Shows softness, perhaps missing a big structure. To compensate there is a great red fruit element that dominates the tannins. Juicy and fruity, layered acidity to finish.——R.V.(12/31/2010)—— 92

A full, concentrated wine, impressive for the vintage, offering solid structure, powerful tannins and ripe berry and red stone fruit flavors. It is very direct in style, the complexities slow to show themselves, just a hint as the wine opens up. It needs to age 5–6 years or more. ——R.V.(7/1/2010)—— 93

Classic Pommard, a big, firm, tannic wine that is foursquare and dominating. It broods with its dense structure and concentration. The fruits are solid, with plum skins, red berries and bursts of acidity. All this adds up to a wine that needs to age. Aim for five years before drinking.——R.V.(12/31/2008)—— 93

Loads of super-ripe red apples, cherries, and raspberries are found in the expressive aromatics of the concentrated 2002 Pommard Rugiens (domaine). Velvety-textured, medium to full-bodied, and dense, it is a structured wine that is crammed with deep red fruits and ripe tannin. A Pommard for aging, this massive beauty should hit its stride in 2008 and will easily last through 2016. Importer: Clicquot, Inc., New York, NY; tel. (212) 888-7575

Huge, solid tannins give this wine great power. Concentrated ripe fruit and acidity drive through the tannins. A firm, solid wine.——R.V.(9/1/2004)—— 90