Pingus 1996

Professional reviews

Robert Parker (96)

The 1996 Pingus is an astonishing wine that continues to put on weight and add more nuances to its multidimensional personality. The explosive aromatics consist of smoke, jammy blackberry and currant fruit, incense, licorice, cedar, and pain grille. Massive in the mouth, with a sumptuous texture, immense body, high levels of glycerin, and a multilayered mid-palate, this spectacular wine is evolved and accessible. Anticipated maturity: now-2018.

Winespectator (95)

A gentle giant. This inky, massive wine coats the palate with rich, ripe flavors of plum, prune and cassis and plenty of oaky notes of chocolate and coffee. Despite high alcohol, it remains velvety and balanced. Try it with a big steak now, or hold to tame it.

BOW (8.75)