Wine › 2003 › Full-Bodied (Robust)

"Deep color with very ripe red fruit on the nose. On the palate, the vintage p... "Deep color with very ripe red fruit on the nose. On the palate, the vintage proves to be particularly rich, intense and smooth with very rounded tannins. Long persistent finish. Blend: 86% Cabernet Sauvignon, 9% Merlot, 3% Cabernet Franc, 2% Petit... more

"Blend: 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Franc, 1% Petit Verdot... "Blend: 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Franc, 1% Petit Verdot 2003 was one of the hottest, earliest Bordeaux vintages ever. Some vines suffered from lack of moisture, but old vines and clay subsoil at Enclos saw this vineyard... more

"Wine Spectator Top 100 of 2006!If, after analysis, this is one of the most po... "Wine Spectator Top 100 of 2006!If, after analysis, this is one of the most powerful wines every produced at Ducru Beaucaillou, from the organoleptic point of view, its attraction lies in its harmony and elegance, its finesse and length so... more

"#17 Wine Spectator Top 100 of 2006! The spectacular 2003 Leoville Poyferre ex... "#17 Wine Spectator Top 100 of 2006! The spectacular 2003 Leoville Poyferre exhibits a dense purple color with a touch of lightening at the edge as well as notes of creosote, barbecue smoke, jammy black currants, licorice and spice box. This... more

"Varietal Composition: 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 31% Merlot, and 4% Petit Verdot... "Varietal Composition: 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 31% Merlot, and 4% Petit Verdot This has very ripe fruit, but not overripe. Hints of prunes but mostly currants and spices on the nose, mainly cinnamon. Full-bodied with firm tannins yet polished and... more

"An extraordinary wine and undeniably one of the great wines of the Medoc, and... "An extraordinary wine and undeniably one of the great wines of the Medoc, and qualitatively a wine that towers over what other estates produced in the appellation of Margaux, the 2003 Chateau Margaux is made in a style that almost mirrors Lafite... more

"Blend: 72% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot, 4.5% Petit Verdot, 3.5% Cabernet F... "Blend: 72% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot, 4.5% Petit Verdot, 3.5% Cabernet Franc This fully mature, gorgeous 2003 Branaire Ducru possesses silky tannins, lots of cedary, spice box, floral, black cherry, forest floor and velvety leather-like notes,... more

"Chateau Leoville Las Cases is one of the largest and oldest classified growth... "Chateau Leoville Las Cases is one of the largest and oldest classified growths in the Medoc region of France. The fruit is harvested by hand. The fermentation vessels include a fascinating mix of wooden, cement and stainless steel vats. When... more

"The grape varieties are Merlot and Cabernet Franc, with a majority of Caberne... "The grape varieties are Merlot and Cabernet Franc, with a majority of Cabernet Franc at 55%. Amazing! The limestone soils of Ausone appear to have been the perfect foil for resisting the extreme heat and drought of June, July and August, 2003. This... more

"Very deep garnet-black colored, this vintage offers a seriously ripe and expr... "Very deep garnet-black colored, this vintage offers a seriously ripe and expressive nose of creme de cassis and dried plum with a savory, meaty, gamey undercurrent. The palate is medium to full-bodied with a good density and firm, grainy tannins... more

"The wine shows aromas and flavors of red berries, herbs, and purple flowers. ... "The wine shows aromas and flavors of red berries, herbs, and purple flowers. The palate is rich with ripe fruit and medium weight with bright acidity and fine tannins. Aging in 40-70% new Burgundian pièce brings notes of vanilla, toast, and baking... more