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Tasting notes
Score 90/100 · Drink 2006-2025, Robert Parker, Apr 2001

This once moribund estate has totally reversed itself. A sleeper of the vintage, the opaque purple-colored 1998 boasts a smoky, licorice, cassis, and mineral-scented bouquet. Full-bodied, powerful, yet elegant, it successfully balances complexity with an unbridled richness and power. Very impressive, particularly in view of its exceptional concentration, it will handsomely repay cellaring of two decades or more. Anticipated maturity: 2006-2025.

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Critic scores
90
90/100

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89
89/100

Wine Spectator

90
90/100

Robert Parker

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89 points
Wine Spectator
Score 89/100 · Wine Spectator

Extremely well-crafted, with interesting aromas of berry and black olive. Medium- to full-bodied, with superfine tannins and a medium finish. Best after 2006. 8,330 cases made. James Suckling, Wine Spectator 2001

90 points
Robert Parker
Score 90/100 · Robert Parker

This once moribund estate has totally reversed itself. A sleeper of the vintage, the opaque purple-colored 1998 boasts a smoky, licorice, cassis, and mineral-scented bouquet. Full-bodied, powerful, yet elegant, it successfully balances complexity with an unbridled richness and power. Very impressive, particularly in view of its exceptional concentration, it will handsomely repay cellaring of two decades or more. Anticipated maturity: 2006-2025. Apr 2001, www.robertparker.com

About the producer

Ch. Kirwan
Kirwan

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.

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Product details

Grape Blend

Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot

Colour

Red

Taste

Dry

Alcohol ABV%

13%

Classification

Troisième Grand Cru Classé

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