2000 Louis Bernard Cotes du Rhone Villages

[dananne]

Now this one was lovely. Beautiful ripe plum color, with a very floral nose with a hint of earthiness. Deep, lush black fruits with earth and a finish that lasts awhile and brings a touch of vanilla. Silky smooth tannins give it a nice medium weight. Easily better than the '99 d'Arenberg Footbolt that preceded it. Decanted 30 minutes before 1st pour and through evening. 13% alc. Paid only $13 for it, and that was a steal. FWIW, WS gave it a 91, and it made the top 100 list a few years back. Wish I had bought more than 1 bottle. I've seen the '03 on the shelf and may have to give it a try.