Inconsistent tasting notes have plagued this wine since bottling. The finest examples (this particular tasting was one of them) exhibit a deep color with minor lightening at the edge, an herbaceous, cherry, earthy, pungent nose, followed by medium to full-bodied, and concentrated flavors. Noticeable astringent tannin does not present a problem given the wine's glycerin and sweetness. The wine will last for another decade. Tasted 4 times since bottling with inconsistent notes.

Inconsistent tasting notes have plagued this wine since bottling. The finest examples (this particular tasting was one of them) exhibit a deep color with minor lightening at the edge, an herbaceous, cherry, earthy, pungent nose, followed by medium to full-bodied, and concentrated flavors. Noticeable astringent tannin does not present a problem given the wine's glycerin and sweetness. The wine will last for another decade. Tasted 4 times since bottling with inconsistent notes.

Tasted from half-bottle. Dark, youthful ruby color, with a slightly amber edge. Very ripe and sweet fruit, with mineral, raspberry aromas. Medium-bodied, with a soft finish.--1982 Bordeaux horizontal. Drink now.