I thought the 1987 Romanee St.-Vivant superior to the 1986, which has a very earthy, tannic, hard texture, excellent color and length, but a persistent hardness and toughness. It may well merit a higher score in 5 more years, but I would have liked to have seen a bit more fruit. This is among the few superstars of this vintage, but the 1986 is not for drinking soon-patience is most definitely required.