"It exhibits a dense ruby/purple color along with a sumptuous nose of raspberry liqueur interwoven with blueberries crushed rocks lead pencil shavings and spring flowers. A big structured St.-Julien revealing layers of fruit and glycerin fabulous purity and full-bodied power and richness it will be long-lived but is more backward than either the 2003 or 2000. Anticipated maturity: 2013-2030+." 94-96 Points Wine Advocate