One of the best vintages of the decade, producing a large crop of high quality wines. The year had an inauspicious start with a mild winter followed by a long, wet spring. June saw sunshine and then hot, dry weather prevailed throughout most of July and August. September was mostly fine and dry - some growers began harvesting in the 3rd week of the month but those who waited until the end of September were amply rewarded and produced the best wines.

This was a large vintage with yields on the high side. Therefore it pays to stick with quality conscious growers such as Leflaive and Ramonet who severely restricted their yields. The best wines are well structured and concentrated and are still remarkably fresh. Drink now.