Poujeaux Vintage:1997 Cherry and blackberry aromas rise

Cherry and blackberry aromas rise to the front with lingering tones of smoke

mixing tension and density

This wine will not make old bones

Overall this is fantastic and should effortlessly reward longer-term cellaring yet be approachable after only 5 or so years

I would be inclined to drink it on the younger side because of the challenges of the vintage

Poujeaux Vintage:1997 Cherry and blackberry aromas riseThis 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.