D'Arenberg Galvo Garage 2003

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February 2009

Upon release, d'Arenberg's Galvo Garage has a deep, vibrant red-purple color. The nose shows a complex array of blackcurrant, cassis, compost, mulberries, dark plums, cherries and cut flower stems. Subtle spices of cinnamon, nutmeg and cedar add complexity and show a potential for the wine to open more with time. The wide array of fruits are seen immediately upon tasting and flow elegantly across the mouth in a silky way, gradually tightening in dark, fragrant, compost and lively, dark-berry fruit tannins. The Bordeaux-like tannins are fine and plentiful, with an abundance of read more...intertwined fragrant fruit hanging in the mouth well after the wine has been consumed. A very refreshing but classically styled wine that should age gracefully for many years. As the wine ages, the fruit character will develop and become beautifully truffled with cigarbox flavors, while maintaining the compost and dark fragrant fruits. The fine tannins will become subtler, making the fruit character even more prominent.    (hide)

Finely textured, generous with plum and cherry fruit, picking up a black olive character on the velvety finish, lingering nicely. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc. Drink now through 2012.(WS)

January 2009

Rating: 88/100 - As reviewed by International Wine Cellar in Issue 121, July/August 2005 ($35; a Bordeaux blend of cabernet sauvignon, merlot, petit verdot and cabernet franc) Dark red. Spicy red and blackcurrant, cherry, licorice and cigar box aromas, with a suggestion of mint. Solid but supple, too, with sweet cassis and espresso flavors along with a touch of eucalyptus and pepper. Finishes with a note of spicy oak.

Rating: 90/100 - As reviewed by The Wine Advocate in Issue 161

Rating: 92/100 - As reviewed by James Halliday