Using fruit sourced from old, low-yielding vines, this is black in color and in taste, with ripe black-plum and licorice flavors that show toasty wood influence. Although the wine’s name translates to “pure pleasure,” the true pleasure will be revealed in five years when it will become opulent and powerful. — (3/1/2013) —93

There is a danger that the otherwise fine wines of Daniel Fournie are becoming excessively alcoholic. That’s the feeling here. So although the black fruit is ripe, opulent and packed with tannins, there is a nagging burn and pepper character. A degree less alcohol and this would be a fabulous wine.——R.V.(3/1/2012)—— 90

For lovers of dense, firmly tannic and rich Malbec, this is pure pleasure indeed. It is a powerful wine, packed with dark, brooding fruits, leavened by a hint of mint and smoky acidity. The wine shows power, but doesn’t get carried away. Age for 4–5 years. ——R.V.(12/15/2010)—— 91

An intensely perfumed wine, combining power and smooth elegance. The wood gives the perfume initially, but the fruit is not far behind, a ripe layer of sweet jelly flavors, bolstered by tannin. The aftertaste is fresh, bright, but still intense.——R.V.(2/1/2010)—— 92

From old vines, this wine is certainly concentrated and powerful. But with an edge of bitterness, there is also the sense that the wine is too extracted, too intent on showing up its darkness, its dense structure and its impressive tannins.——R.V.(11/1/2008)—— 86