2004 Crozes Hermitage Thalabert
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Deep red. Ripe, deep aromas of dark berries, cherry, tobacco and licorice. Rich cassis and dark chocolate flavors pick up a spicy, peppery note with air. Finishes with substantial but harmonious tannins and a lingering flavor of sweet blackberry.
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Irrefutably mediocre, the 2004 reds are herbal, thin, austere, unattractive efforts, and only a few will be recommendable after bottling. The 2004 Crozes-Hermitages was of average quality with high acidity, vegetal personalities, and little texture or concentration. Hopefully, the new owners will beef these wines up with a stricter selection prior to bottling. Importer: Frederick Wildman, New York, NY; tel. (212) 355-0700
Primary violet color. Extremely dense and unforthcoming on the nose, with brooding dark berry flavors. Sweet on the palate but currently dominated by its structure; large-scaled and chewy. Deep and powerful but stubbornly unforthcoming. Finishes with hints of sweet mocha and licorice.