2001 l'Hermitage

One of the finest efforts I have tasted from this winery, this 7.5-acre vineyard, sandwiched between Angelus and Beausejour-Duffau, is planted with 75% Merlot and 25% Cabernet Franc. The dense ruby/purple-colored 2001 offers up aromas of black truffles, black currants, licorice, and toasty oak. Its full-bodied, chewy personality reveals abundant quantities of fruit and extract. Heady and opulent, with low acidity, it should be consumed over the next 8-10 years. Wine Advocate.June, 2004