L'Evangile - 1989 (750ml) Size:750ml Kirsh and black pepper aromas

Kirsh and black pepper aromas explode form the glass

Wine Advocate - (96-98) points

A pleasant and smoky finish

Grilled chestnuts with tarte Tatin

Tasted twice with consistent notes

L'Evangile - 1989 (750ml) Size:750ml Kirsh and black pepper aromasThe 1990 Chteau L'Evangile has not been as consistent as its 1989 counterpart (see Robert Parker's previous tasting note). Here it showed well, even if I maintain a preference for the 1989. The nose is sultry, broody and takes time to unfurl, almost reluctantly offering up sage and black truffle infused black fruit, developing a subtle aniseed like aroma with aeration. The palate is medium bodied with fine but firm tannin. It is not as charming as the