91 / A
Tasted by Mike Supple - 14 Jan 2008
Ruby core with a touch of crimson on the rim. Blueberry aromas with blackberry, raspberry and a touch black cherry with sweet violet floral aromas, black pepper, a hint of leather over wet earth. Smooth and dark with very impressive balance for a 2003 (warm vintages raise ripeness levels, often throwing off the balance of fruit and alcohol). Dark rich fruits are backed by a solid core of baker’s chocolate, leather and sweet tobacco. Medium bodied with a medium length finish. Drink now or in the next 4 years. Outstanding wine with steak and fries!
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Tags: 2003, Autard, baker, black, blackberry, blueberry, Chateauneuf, cherry, chocolate, Domaine, earth, floral, france, fruit, leather, Pape, Paul, pepper, raspberry, red wine, Rhone, ruby, Southern, sweet, tobacco, violet
