Wine › 2000 › Dry

"A relatively early growing season with above average temperatures and normal ... "A relatively early growing season with above average temperatures and normal rainfall. Precipitation at the end of May and early June made the vines subject to mildew, but our technicians were diligent in protecting the grapevines. The end of... more

"The color is very concentrated in tones of purple violet. The nose is impress... "The color is very concentrated in tones of purple violet. The nose is impressive by its complexity and intensity: charming notes of black current, red fruits, enhanced by a slight touch of vanilla and flowers. In the mouth, the attack is rich with... more

"Impressive deep, dark color. The wine has powerful, balanced structure. The d... "Impressive deep, dark color. The wine has powerful, balanced structure. The dense structures and the unique qualities of the tannins may be superior to those of the '96 and '90 vintage. The balance of the wine combines class, rigor, complexity and... more

"A deep color of crushed blackcurrants. A rich and complex nose with a bouquet... "A deep color of crushed blackcurrants. A rich and complex nose with a bouquet of spice, vanilla, coconut and ripe raspberries. A clean, fresh attack. Silky tannins melt into an intense never-ending finish. A great wine to lay down. It will be one... more

"Very deep red-black when young, with aromas and flavors of raw meat, black fr... "Very deep red-black when young, with aromas and flavors of raw meat, black fruit (including blackcurrant), expensive leather, hints of bacon, ink, and dry-cured olive; a big, beefy wine but not bitter or alcoholic, surprisingly fresh in most... more

"77% Cabernet Sauvignon, 17% Merlot, 4% Petit Verdot and 2% Cabernet Franc A b... "77% Cabernet Sauvignon, 17% Merlot, 4% Petit Verdot and 2% Cabernet Franc A beautiful wine from Branaire, the 2000 is close to full maturity, and should offer plenty of pleasure over the next 15-20 years. Its deep ruby/purple hue is accompanied by... more

"Blend: 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, and 10% Cabernet Franc. Tasted fro... "Blend: 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, and 10% Cabernet Franc. Tasted from an ex-château bottle at BI Wine & Spirits Calon-Segur dinner in London. The 2000 Calon Segur is one of those wines that reminds you how great the millennial vintage... more