Château Ausone, Premier Grand Cru Classé (A), St Emilion 1999 6x150cl

91-94 Points, Stephen Tanzer, Vinous Deep ruby. Dark berries, medicinal black cherry, minerals and violet on the very primary, somewhat cool nose. Silky, thick and ripe, with penetrating dark berry flavors given cut and clarity by a firm mineral spine. Really lovely fruit intensity. Finishes very long and firm, with no sign of astringency. Reserved and aristocratic.Review Date: 01 May 00