Rouget 2001

A terrific example from this estate, Rouget’s 2001 is a sleeper of the vintage. Equal in quality to the much more expensive and renowned 2000, it possesses a deep ruby/purple color as well as a rich nose of black cherry liqueur, raspberries, wood smoke, balsam wood, and a hint of caramel. This medium to full-bodied, hedonistic, sexy, fleshy, pure Pomerol is impossible to resist. Enjoy it over the next 7-8 years.

Score: 90

Robert Parker, Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com 01 June 2004