Carl Bird WSET Advanced rated this wine as 95/100 with the following review:

Un vin ne devient pas beaucoup plus gros que cela. De la couleur opaque d'un violet profond aux arômes prononcés de tabac, de cèdre, de violette et de fruits rouges noirs et mûrs, ce vin est robuste. Une acidité élevée et des tanins garantissent que ce vin durera plusieurs années dans votre cave. La finale est longue et équilibrée, montrant clairement la structure remarquable de ce vin. Un excellent vin au prix de 102,50 $ au Québec.

A wine doesn't get much bigger than this. From the opaque, deep purple colour, to the pronounced aromas and flavours of tobacco, cedar, violets and black and ripe red fruits, this wine is robust. High acidity and tannins ensure this wine will last for several years in your cellar. The finish is long and balanced, clearly showing the terrific structure of this wine. An excellent wine priced at $102.50 in Quebec.

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