The depth here is nothing short of mind blowing and this is clearly a notch up from the 2000 if not quite as promising as either the ’98 or the ’99

dark cherry and pretty spice wisps

this was even better

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powerful and muscular flavors are imposingly-scaled while the abundance of dry extract makes for a velvety mouth feel

Chapoutier, Saint-Joseph Clos Size:6x750ml The depth here is nothingOpaque ruby. Dark berries, violet oil, anise and smoky minerals on the deeply scented now. On the palate, intense blueberry and blackberry flavors become spicier with air and show very good clarity. Opens up nicely on the spicy, expansive finish, which is firmed by youthfully chewy but harmonious tannins. Josh Raynolds