2001 Charmail
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While it does not possess the power or depth of the 2000, Charmail’s 2001, a blend of 55% Merlot, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 15% Cabernet Franc, is a pleasant, elegant, medium-bodied effort. Drink it over the next 5-7 years.
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Robert Parker
Stephen Tanzer, Vinous
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Medium ruby-red. Aromas of blackcurrant, mint and tobacco, along with a leafy note. Juicy, succulent and dense, with subtly sweet black fruit, tobacco and mint flavors firmed by sound acidity. Fairly full in the middle palate, finishing with ripe tannins. "This is very Medoc in style," noted Seze. "You need to wait. It's like the '88 in its youth, with a big quantity of tannins. I'm sure the 2001 will be better than the 2000 in 15 years. But it's less fruity now, less obvious."