$3,075
Rayas Chateauneuf du Pape 1990 Southern Rhone u: 2. 5cm, signs of old seepage, lightly corroded capsules, one stained label "As one might expect, this is a brilliant wine, but it remains shockingly young, even for the fast evolving 1990s. Its deep ruby/purple color is accompanied by a classic, nearly restrained set of aromatics that includes notions of sweet black cherries, black currants, lead pencil, and wet stones. In the mouth, it is full-bodied, and while technically low in acidity, there is a freshness, delineation, and classicism in this full-throttle, rich, concentrated, impeccable 1990. While still youthful, it is easy to appreciate despite its substantial tannins. It is not quite as backward as the 1990 Lafite Rothschild or 1990 Latour." R. Parker, (99-100) pts. 01/03 3 bottles
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2014-10-28
