2003 Andrew Will Red Champoux Vineyard
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Camarda’s 2003 Champoux Vineyard, from vines that average 23 years old (ancient by this state’s standards), is a blend of 59% Cabernet Sauvignon, 21% Cabernet Franc, 15% Merlot, and 5% Petit Verdot. Violets, blackberries, dark cherries, and red fruits are found in this medium to full-bodied wine’s aromatics. On the palate, it displays sage-tinged red cherries, blackberries, cassis, and hints of brambleberries as well as loads of ripe, structure-giving tannin. This harmonious, concentrated offering should be drunk between 2008 and 2022. Tel. (206) 463-9227; www.andrewwill.com
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Stephen Tanzer, Vinous
Pierre Rovani
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(59% cabernet sauvignon, 21% cabernet franc, 15% merlot and 5% petit verdot) Ruby-red. Complex nose combines black raspberry, licorice, bitter chocolate, mocha, tobacco and sexy oak; very Right Bank in style. Dense and thick but with definition and energy. The penetrating black fruit, spice and dark chocolate flavors are complicated by an almost saline minerality. Finishes with a fine dusting of tannins and excellent length.