Give this a long spell in a decanter if you plan to uncork a bottle anytime soon

the wine exhibits notes of graphite and black cherry liqueur

licorice and earth

A good flag-bearer

This is at once seductive and classy and should also drink reasonably well young but reward up to a decade of cellaring

Phelan Segur Vintage:2005 Give this a long spellA legitimate sleeper that is still young and rich, this 2003 possesses lots of cassis, earth and mineral characteristics in its smoky, spicy, vibrant, young personality. It has reached its plateau of full maturity where it should remain for another decade. This would have been a great buy in 2003.