Lot 172
DOMAINE DE MARCOUX CHÂTEAUNEUF-DU-PAPE VIEILLES VIGNES 2003 (5) 95 WS 99 WA
Lot 172 Details
DOMAINE DE MARCOUX CHÂTEAUNEUF-DU-PAPE VIEILLES VIGNES 2003Châteauneuf-du-Pape.
This wine is built from the back forward, meaning there is huge tannin and structure, so at first the wine seems somewhat backward, but with air, the extraordinary perfume of lilacs, sweet licorice, blackberry liqueur, and kirsch soar from the glass. There are even hints of roasted meats, smoked herbs, and underbrush as well as truffles. The wine has superb concentration, remarkable intensity, full-bodied flavors, sweetness, opulence, and a multi-layered palate and finish that literally have to be tasted to be believed. This wine spent 100% of its time in tank and is a modern-day monument to Chateauneuf du Pape, and the glories of the old vines of this appellation. Drink: 2007-2027 95 WS 99 WA
5 bts. per lot $1,300 - $1,500