"Much deeper crimson than most 2012 reds. This is constructed differently with real fruit intensity. I suspect the yields were minuscule with every grape given a welcome ceremony on entering the cave. It's still a little brutal, the way this wine usually is, but it is clearly exceptional. To say there is effort here would be an understatement. Long. 18 Points/Drink 2020-2030" - Jancis Robinson
"Bright, full red. Sexy, complex nose melds raspberry, redcurrant, iron and a soupcon of chocolate. Hugely rich and mouthfilling, with red fruit flavors complicated by wild herbs and salty minerality and nicely framed by harmonious acidity. In a very ripe style but with plenty of serious tannins for support. Finishes with extraordinary palate-coating solidity. Leroux told me this wine would be bottled in magnums--"and larger. 93-95 Points," - Stephen Tanzer, Vinous Media