1999 E. Guigal Hermitage
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The 1999 Hermitage has shut down since bottling, but it exhibits a deep ruby/purple color as well as a big, masculine, virile nose of roasted meats, pepper, earth, minerals, and black fruits. Currently closed and impenetrable, it should open with another 4-5 years of cellaring, and age for 15-18 years. Importer: Fred Ek, Ex Cellars Wine Agencies, Solvang, CA; tel. (805) 686-9153
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Stephen Tanzer, Vinous
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Bright ruby-red. Red berries, gunflint, violet and a hint of chocolatey oak on the nose. Juicy and penetrating, with intense but unevolved cassis and mineral flavors framed by sound acidity. Shifts to a higher gear on the back end, finishing spicy, stony, aromatic and long, with very fine tannins. This may be even better than it's showing today.