this is a beautiful combination of finesse and punch but note that at present it is quite backward
and certainly ranks one of the great wines this small micro-estate has ever produced
La Grande Rue and Echézeaux
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Mourvedrè
Araujo, Napa Valley, Eisele, Cabernet Sauvignon 1991 Red this is a beautiful combinationBase of neck or better; one stained label 95 points Wine Spectator A dark, profoundly rich and compelling wine, still showing pretty toast and mocha scented oak a plush, opulent, beautifully defined core of currant, plum and blackberry. Finishes with a gorgeous array of complex, vibrant fruit aromas. (JL, Web Only 2002) 18+ 20 points Jancis Robinson Gorgeous aromas, managing to capture this time of transition with a combination of peachy ripeness,