For sale: 2003 Delas Freres ‘Marquise de la Tourette’ Hermitage Red, Delas Freres, Hermitage, Syrah
8 bottles, purchased on release, excellent condition, temp controlled storage in my home cellar (rare! only 5 Winesearcher listings worldwide, average price about $85) PM with offer Buyer pays shipping from 95060
Reviews:
“Produced from a crop size that was 60% less than normal, the 2003 Hermitage Marquise de la Tourette exhibits an inky/ruby/purple color as well as scents of charcoal, licorice, creme de cassis, and crushed rocks. It is full-bodied, powerfully tannic, and rich with marvelous purity and length, and a surprisingly low 13.5% alcohol. It should drink well for 20+ years.” Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate #163
(WA, 02/01/2006)
Rating: 95
Drink from: 2006-2026
“Fresh and racy, with lots of red currant and raspberry fruit backed by a strong, minerally spine. Darker toast, spice and fruit notes emerge on the finish, but this stays remarkably fresh and open throughout. Deftly done. Drink now through 2020. 1,065 cases made.” Wine Spectator
(WS, 05/15/2006)
Rating: 93
Drink from: 2006-2020
“Medium ruby. Exotic aromas of ripe fig, mulberry, plum and dark cherry complicated by resiny and floral nuances. Concentrated and powerful on the palate, with a dense, chewy texture and very ripe berry and plum flavors. Finishes ripe but quite tannic, with a deep note of bitter chocolate.” Stephen Tanzer’s International Wine Cellar
(IWC, 01/01/2006)
Rating: 89