$2,430
Chateau Rayas Chateauneuf du Pape Reserve 1990 Southern Rhone u: all 2. 5 cm or better, light bin soil and spotting "As for the 1990, I have had the good fortune to drink nearly three cases, and it has been one of the triumphs of my cellar. A mere 1-2 years ago, I enjoyed a succession of perfect '100 point' bottles, but the last several bottles have merited 96-100 points, perhaps revealing the direction of this wine's evolution. Nevertheless, this is riveting stuff. A legendary Rayas made from extremely ripe Grenache, it exhibits notes of over-ripe kirsch, raspberries, cherries, game, licorice, and tobacco. This unctuously-textured, thick, juicy Chateauneuf must tip the scale at 15.5% alcohol. It is truly a Rhone Valley monument. Owners, however, should consume it over the next 8-10 years. " R. Parker, 99-100 pts. 01/03 3 bottles
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2010-11-02
