Marques Murrieta, Castillo Ygay Gran Reserva Especial Vintage:1968 the lack of a new

the lack of a new Monfortino might be good or bad news

backed by enticing ginger and green almond notes

Neither the 1995 nor 1996 performed as well as they had in the past

This is classic Clos du Roi with the hallmark intense sauvage character that suffuses this wine from head to toe

Cuvee Cathelin

Marques Murrieta, Castillo Ygay Gran Reserva Especial Vintage:1968 the lack of a newBrilliant ruby. A hugely perfumed bouquet evokes spice accented red and dark berry preserves, potpourri, pipe tobacco and vanilla, and violet and mineral accents emerge as the wine stretches out. Palate staining blackberry, cherry vanilla, cassis, fruitcake, mocha and candied licorice flavors show superb depth and clarity while hints of floral pastilles and Moroccan spices add complexity. Gains weight with air, with no loss of energy, showing