Domaine Canet Valette Saint Chinian Le Vin Maghani 1999

Domaine Canet Valette St Chinian Le Vin Maghani 1999: Dark, ripe colour. Some volatile compounds initially, but this disappears to leave a nose dominated by aromas of deliciously ripe dark fruits. As the wine develops in the glass this gives way to a more stony, mineral character. It displays great concentration and obvious extract on the palate, but it has balance too. Still some firm tannin, particularly apparent with some air as the exuberant fruit subdues. This is very good indeed. Drink over the next two to three years. 17/20 (3/8/04)