1994 d'Armailhac
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Made in an attractive, more muscular style, the 1994 displays a dark ruby/purple color, spicy, meaty, curranty aromas with a touch of cedar and earth, moderate tannin, and good flesh and structure. It may develop into an upper eighty point wine if the tannin melts away without a loss of fruit. Anticipated maturity: 2002-2010.
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Clearly defined and well made, with violet, berry character and fine tannins. Not quite as good as from barrel. Drink now through 2000. James Suckling, Wine Spectator 1997.
Made in an attractive, more muscular style, the 1994 displays a dark ruby/purple color, spicy, meaty, curranty aromas with a touch of cedar and earth, moderate tannin, and good flesh and structure. It may develop into an upper eighty point wine if the tannin melts away without a loss of fruit. Anticipated maturity: 2002-2010. Feb 1997, www.robertparker.com
Medium color. Blackcurrant and a hint of oak spice on the nose. Bright and nicely delineated, but lacks for personality. Finishes with notes of chocolate and smoke, and some chewy, rather rustic tannins.
About the producer
Ch. d’Armailhac is a Pauillac Fifth Growth owned by the Rothschilds, who also own Ch. Mouton Rothschild. Lavished with the same attention to detail and having benefitted from extensive investment in recent years, this estate can offer brilliant value in comparison to its First Growth sibling.