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94 JG.
"I have always been a fan of the utterly suave 1971 La Mission, which out of regular bottle has been velvety and fully mature for a couple of decades. However, out of magnum, this wine is just arriving at its absolute apogee, with superb grip and structure to go along with all of the aromatic and flavor complexity of this excellent vintage. The deep, pure and vibrantly complex nose soars from the glass in a beautiful blend of cassis, black truffles a touch of chipotle pepper, tobacco smoke, new leather, a fine base of gravelly soil and still a vestige of the medicinal tones of youthful La Mission . On the palate the wine is deep, full-bodied and utterly pure, with a rock solid core, superb balance and outstanding length and grip on the tangy, still modestly tannic and beautifully complex finish. The ’71 La Mission in magnum is at a magnificent place in its evolution, with a wide open and bottomless personality and stunning backend energy. (Drink between 2015-2040)" View From the Cellar, Jan/Feb 2015, Issue #55 |