Tasting Notes
Robert Parker 91
The 1988 is a rich, almost lusty St.-Emilion, with a full-throttle bouquet of licorice, spicy new oak, cassis, olives, and minerals. Full-bodied, deep, and concentrated, it offers excellent extract, and a long, heady, moderately tannic finish. For the vintage, it is surprisingly ripe and sweet. Anticipated maturity: Now-2006. Last tasted, 6/93.
Anticipated maturity: 1993-2006
JancisRobinson.com 17.0
Magnum. 40% Cabernet Franc, 60% Merlot. Dark and rich. A bit dry and horsey. Thick and polished. Very dry finish. Nicely balanced and refined. Long. Vital and quite fresh. Drying end. Best value.
Anticipated maturity: 2002-2015