"A dark ruby/purple color is followed by a nuanced noble bouquet of blue and red fruits interwoven with wet stones unsmoked cigar tobacco scorched earth and spring flowers. The wine is full-bodied pure and complex as well as exceptionally elegant with laser-like precision. The tannins are still serious and substantial...it comes across as an improved more concentrated and structured version of the 1995 or 1998. Patience will be required for this stunner. Anticipated maturity: 2017-2040+" 98 Points Wine Advocate