"Ripe and racy, with blackberry and black cherry fruit riding along a strong, stony underpinning. Floral and tar hints as well, with a slightly firm, lengthy finish. Best from 2006 through 2015. 2,080 cases made." 90 points - Wine Spectator, September 30, 2005
"The 2003 Chateauneuf du Pape Les Olivets performed beautifully in this vintage. A classic Provencal red, it offers a dark ruby/garnet color as well as peppery notes of garrigue, new saddle leather, black cherries, plums, and figs, medium to full body, a supple texture, and loads of glycerin and fruit. This seductive effort can be drunk upon release or cellared for 7-10 years." 89-91 points - Robert Parker's The Wine Advocate, Issue 156 (Dec 2004) |