2007 Roger Sabon, Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Prestige 1×1.5L

Robert Parker 92-95

The 2007 Chateauneuf du Pape Cuvee Prestige’s opaque purple color is accompanied by a lovely bouquet of creme de cassis, kirsch, licorice, smoke, new saddle leather, roasted meats, and lavender. Full, deep, and exceptionally pure, it is a superb effort that should drink well for 20-25+ years. [01/10/2008]

Anticipated maturity: 2008-2033

Vinous 92

Glass-staining ruby. Highly perfumed scents of dark berries and kirsch, with sexy incense and floral qualities gaining strength with air. Broad, palate-coating blackcurrant and cherry flavors are complemented by smoke and floral pastilles, with chewy tannins adding grip. The finish leaves sweet notes of candied lavender and rose behind and shows a subtle smokiness. This is more exotic than the Reserve and built for the longer haul. [Josh Raynolds, 01/01/2010]