Duhart Milon 1996

Pauillac, Fourth Growth

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Tasting Notes

The 1996 Duhart-Milon-Rothschild is aging in wonderful fashion, to wit, a straight down the fairway Pauilliac. Now at 20 years of age, it has developed a fresh and very brine-scented bouquet with plenty of undergrowth and bell pepper aromas. You could almost imagine a bit of Loire Cabernet Franc in here! The palate is medium-bodied with a gentle grip on the entry, impressive body and backbone, likewise more than enough freshness on the structured finish laced with white pepper and bell pepper. Very classic in style, this is a Duhart for traditionalists, but I for one appreciate its style. It is drinking perfectly now but will continue to offer pleasure for another 20 years. Tasted July 2016.

Score: 92

Neal Martin, Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com Maturity: 2016-2036 28 October 2016

Very dark and evolved rim. Fresh, fragrant, spring-like nose. A full spread over the palate. Zesty with a dry finish. Very classic but polished and very good. Ever so slightly green.

Score: 17 - 18

Jancis Robinson MW, JancisRobinson.com Maturity: 2006-2014 09 August 2007

Some plum and fresh herb character, with hints of cedar and lemon. Medium-bodied, with silky tannins and a medium finish.--'95/'96 Bordeaux retrospective. Drink now.

Score: 89

James Suckling, Wine Spectator 01 January 2007

A strong case can be made that this is the finest Duhart produced since the 1982. The color is a saturated dark ruby/purple. The bouquet offers aromas of blackberry fruit intermixed with licorice, minerals, and dried herbs. Rich and intense, with considerable finesse, medium to full body, and outstanding concentration and purity, this should be a reasonably priced wine. It reflects the increased attention Lafite's administrator, Charles Chevalier, has been giving this nearby estate.

Score: 90

Robert Parker, Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com Maturity: 2005-2020 30 April 1999