Neil Beckett: A shade deeper than the 1982, almost opaque, and duller on the rim. Very composed on the nose, with bitter dark chocolate but also floral and mineral complexity. Very close-knit and satin-smooth, with great layered richness of both flavor and texture. Heavily saturated but not in the least sluggish, with exceptional freshness and length. Exciting wine. Drink to 2025+. 18.5