Hermitage Rouge 2003 Guigal

Robert Parker 94 points 

"One of the finest cuvees of regular Hermitage Guigal has ever produced is the 2003 Hermitage.  Copiously fruity with a blackberry/cassis liqueur note, huge, flowery,  almost chocolatey richness with superb freshness, purity, and a stunning thickness and opulence, this is spectacular Hermitage that should drink well for 30+ years." 

Wine Spectator 93 points

"Ripe and concentrated, this shows plum, currant and cherry fruit intertwined with spice, espresso and black licorice notes Has a tarry, slightly raisined edge to the finish, but the structure and heady fruit take an encore, boding well for cellaring,though you may always wrestle with the tannins. Best from 2008 through 2017."