1999 Patrick Lesec Châteauneuf-du-Pape Les Galets Blonds

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Score 91/100 · Drink 2001-2016, Robert Parker, Dec 2001

The finest Chateauneuf du Pape is Les Galets Blonds, an old vine cuvee produced from 93% Grenache and 7% Syrah from the famed La Crau sector of Chateauneuf du Pape. Aged in both tank and old wood foudre, there are 600 cases of the exceptional 1999 Chateauneuf du Pape Les Galets Blonds, an impressive effort tipping the scales at a whopping 15.7% alcohol (none of which is detectable in either the aromatics or flavors). Its deep ruby/purple color is followed by a sweet nose of jammy black fruits intermixed with mineral, fruit cake, balsam, and herb scents. This dense, unctuously-textured, layered Chateauneuf can be drunk now as well as over the next 12-15 years. A Patrick Lesec Selection, various American importers, including Stacole Fine Wines, Boca Raton, FL; tel. (561) 998-0039, Classic Wines, Boston, MA; tel. (617) 469-5799, Fine Vines LLC, Maywood, IL; tel. (708) 343-5901, T. Edwards, New York, NY; Patrick Burke Pburke@tedwardwines.com; tel. 212-233-1504 ext. 209, and Associated Wine Distributors, St. Helena, CA; tel. (707) 963-8048

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91/100

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91
91/100

Robert Parker

91
91/100

Stephen Tanzer, Vinous

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91 points
Stephen Tanzer, Vinous
Score 91/100 · Drink 0-0, Stephen Tanzer, Vinous

Medium ruby. Roasted currants, smoky oak and a hint of dill on the nose. Thick and lush in the mouth, with dark berry flavors complicated by notes of vanilla yogurt and dill. Shows superb density and thrust. Very long finish features firm but lush tannins. Rather idiosyncratic but very promising wine.

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Red

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Dry

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