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"Oak spice-accented blackberry and blueberry aromas, with a suggestion of licorice. Lush, round and sweet, with attractive dark berry and cherry flavors displaying a faint jamminess. Finishes gently tannic and persistent."

"The palate is full-bodied with a silky smooth texture, the oak singing from the same hymn sheet as the precocious fruit that is underpinned by super-fine tannins. It offers weightless intensity. The Pagos Viejos has fine symmetry and poise towards the finish with a just a faint tang of Seville orange marmalade on the aftertaste. Everything is in place - just add time."

"The nose is very lifted with floral notes: crushed violets and rose petals sprinkled over cassis and dark plum fruit. The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannins and a gentle, insistent grip. It has a satin-like texture, bewitching harmony and a precise, languorous finish that exhibits spine-tingling minerality. Returning to the bottle hours after opening, it evolves ever-higher degrees of harmony and sumptuousness. It almost leaves you giggling stupidly at how good it is. It is expensive, but it is also cheaper than a First Growth."

"Aromas of blackberry and bitter cherry, with a whiff of dried flowers. A juicy, energetic wine that offers lively dark fruit flavors and notes of licorice and cracked pepper. Finishes bright and persistent, with a touch of smoky oak and lingering spiciness. As usual, this bottling is an outstanding value."

"The flagship, the 2009 Pingus (300 cases) is a monumental offering that defies description. Dense, complex, loaded, sexy, these are just some of the words that come to mind, but the only way to truly experience the 2009 Pingus will be to do whatever it takes to get a taste. It will easily last for 50 years." The Wine Advocate, 97-100 pts.