Chateau Lafite Rothschild, Pauillac, France 1996 Mendocino I also get a lot

I also get a lot of tar

almond and white flower-laced nose and a lively

and although it's not ethereal like the Ausone or even the Lafite

intense and flavorful finish with flavors similar to the aromas

but that is the vintage

Chateau Lafite Rothschild, Pauillac, France 1996 Mendocino I also get a lotThis is compelling, with a bright, forward currant fruit that is opening well now to show the nuance of game, earth, and gunflint to the ripe, dark fruit. The texture is tannic and fresh, with tannins starting to loosen but still in evidence. A luminous, radiant wine that will doubtless improve for another half century. 99 Pts Decanter