100 pts - Wine Advocate
["A sensational effort from proprietor Denis Durantou, this 2005 is a compelling wine, but purchasers should wait at least a decade to begin the magical liquid tour. One of the monumental wines of the vintage, it boasts a dense purple color as well as a g
95 pts - Wine Spectator
["Subtle and fascinating with gorgeous floral and fruity aromas that follow through to a solid palate, with full body, ultrafine tannins and a long, long finish. This has class and complexity. Score range: 95-100 âJS WS"]
92 pts - Vinous
["Saturated ruby-red. Superripe, deep aromas of black cherry, mocha, bitter chocolate, licorice pastille and menthol; almost porty in its ripeness. Hugely concentrated and sweet, with perfectly integrated acidity giving shape and verve to the dark berry,