Poujeaux Vintage:1997 the overall tannin balance will

the overall tannin balance will need watching here

Spectacular aromas of blueberries and cassis lead the way

round and impressively scaled flavors possess excellent richness as well as plenty of wonderful tension before terminating in an explosive mineral-inflected finish that is quite firm and austere

mixing tension and density

Poujeaux Vintage:1997 the overall tannin balance willThis well known estate is now owned by Clos Fourtets Philippe Cuvelier, but the estate was owned by Jean Theil when the 2005 was conceived. This 2005 reveals a beautiful black cherry and cassis scented nose, with a touch of spring flowers, medium to full body, and supple tannin in a sexy, lush, heady style. A sleeper of the vintage, it is already approachable and satisfying, and can be drunk over the next 10 15 years.