1983 Kirwan
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The 1983, undoubtedly the finest Kirwan made during the eighties, exhibits a dark ruby/garnet color with some amber at the edge. The nose reveals interesting scents of smoked herbs, charcoal, black currants and weedy tobacco. This medium-bodied, rustic as well as corpulent style of Kirwan has plenty of body and flesh. Rustic tannin in the finish should melt away with another 1-2 years of bottle age. Fortunately, this wine's fruit and vigor remain lively. Anticipated maturity: Now-2005. Last tasted 9/97
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The 1983, undoubtedly the finest Kirwan made during the eighties, exhibits a dark ruby/garnet color with some amber at the edge. The nose reveals interesting scents of smoked herbs, charcoal, black currants and weedy tobacco. This medium-bodied, rustic as well as corpulent style of Kirwan has plenty of body and flesh. Rustic tannin in the finish should melt away with another 1-2 years of bottle age. Fortunately, this wine's fruit and vigor remain lively. Anticipated maturity: Now-2005. Last tasted 9/97 Jan 1998, www.robertparker.com
About the producer

Philippe Delfaut has been integral to the transformation of Ch. Kirwan, taking an estate known for its lavish, Michel-Rolland style and bringing more classicism – with increased precision in the vineyard and winery.