Kirwan Vintage:2003 There is a touch of

There is a touch of petrol character to the riper and mildly exotic orchard fruit aromas where hints of lychee nut can be found

all wrapped in a solidly long and mouth coating finish

The succulent if not especially dense flavors exude a subtle minerality before concluding in solidly powerful

even though the musts here averaged a relatively high 89 degrees Oechsle

Reduction once again dominates the fruit

Kirwan Vintage:2003 There is a touch ofKirwan is a Margaux classified growth that is making noticeable improvement. The 1993 possesses a dense, ruby purple color, and straightforward, clean, ripe aromas of black fruits, herbs, and new oak. With medium body, above average ripeness and concentration, this moderately tannic, well made wine requires 5 6 years of cellaring; it will age well for 15+ years. Last tasted 11 94