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Score 86/100 · Drink 2002-2010, Robert Parker, Apr 2002

The 1999 Sansonnet is a medium-bodied, elegant effort, offering aromas of currants, tobacco, dried herbs, and soil. Enjoy it over the next 7-8 years.

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86
86/100

Average Score

86
86/100

Robert Parker

86
86/100

Robert Parker

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86 points
Robert Parker
Score 86/100 · Robert Parker

The 1999 Sansonnet is a medium-bodied, elegant effort, offering aromas of currants, tobacco, dried herbs, and soil. Enjoy it over the next 7-8 years. Apr 2002, www.robertparker.com

86 - 89 points
Stephen Tanzer, Vinous
Score 86-89/100 · Stephen Tanzer, Vinous

Medium ruby. Slightly port-like aromas of chocolate and resiny oak. Then lush, full and ripe in the mouth, with soft acidity and sweet, supple tannins. Seems rather gracefully extracted but could use a bit more verve.

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Sansonnet
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Product details

Grape Blend

Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon

Colour

Red

Taste

Dry

Alcohol ABV%

13%

Classification

Grand Cru Classé

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