Wine › 2000 › Full-Bodied (Robust)

"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

"This wine has a beautiful intense ruby color with reddish orange glints. The ... "This wine has a beautiful intense ruby color with reddish orange glints. The nose reveals a delightful blend of complex aromas of candied fruit, leather and violets. In the mouth, the intense bouquet translates into silky tannins that develop a... 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

"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

"Fresh, crystalline, and sharp, the first nose unveils an unusual dimension, a... "Fresh, crystalline, and sharp, the first nose unveils an unusual dimension, an aquatic vegetal world with secret touches of white pepper and gardenia. The wine reveals a light, gentle maturity before exhaling peaty scents. The attack bursts forth,... more