The second most well-known estate of perfectionist proprietor Alain Vauthier (the best-known is Ausone), the inky/purple-tinged 2005 Moulin-St.-Georges offers sumptuously sweet aromas of candied cassis, crushed rocks, flowers, and incense. Intense, full-bodied, and deep, with fabulous purity, texture, and freshness as well as a 40+ second finish, this may be the finest Moulin-St.-Georges Vauthier has yet produced. Anticipated maturity: 2011-2025.

Racy Saint-Emilion: precise and elegant nose, refined texture, noble flavour with all the mineral, spicy, and fruity elements which one day wil make a great bouquet. Super-classified growth quality. Drink from 2015. (17.5 points)