2001 Le Pin Bordeaux - 98 Pts!
Once again Le Pin is the leading candidate for the sexiest kinkiest most exotic wine of the vintage. Aromas and flavors of overripe black fruits intermixed with coconut vanilla toast and espresso beans are present. A tremendous effort this 500-case cuvee one of Bordeaux's original garage operations is even better in 2001 than it was in 2000. Its deep ruby/plum/purple color is accompanied by an extraordinary perfume of creme de cassis cherry liqueur plums licorice caramel and sweet toast. This flamboyant opulently textured rich concentrated Pomerol is a brilliant success as well as one of the wines of the vintage for 2001. Its low acidity and extraordinary ripeness suggest early drinkability but it has proven it can last for 18-20 years. RP
