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Score 92/100 · Drink 2021-2028, Josh Raynolds, Feb 2017

Bright purple. Powerful, highly perfumed aromas of black and blue fruit liqueur, olive and potpourri, along with mineral and floral overtones. Stains the palate with juicy cassis and boysenberry flavors, while a sweet violet pastille nuance lends an exotic touch. Youthful tannins lend shape a very long, chewy, mineral-accented finish that shows outstanding power and repeating florality.

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93
93/100

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92
92/100

Josh Raynolds

94
94/100

Jeb Dunnuck, Wine Advocate

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94 points
Jeb Dunnuck, Wine Advocate
Score 94/100 · Drink 2016-2031, Jeb Dunnuck, Wine Advocate, Dec 2016

The star of the show in 2014 is the opaque, ruby/purple-colored 2014 Ermitage Le Méal, which comes from one of the warmest terroirs on Hermitage Hill. Completely destemmed and aged in 20% new barrels, it offers full-bodied richness, terrific concentration, fine tannin and straight-up fabulous notes of roasted meats, black raspberries, licorice and toasted bread. I’d happily drink bottles today, but it will cruise for another 10-15 years.

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Ferraton Père & Fils
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Grape Blend

Syrah / Shiraz

Colour

Red

Taste

Dry

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