One of my favorite St.-Emilions for its superb savory, broad flavor profile, the deep ruby/purple-colored 2002 Chauvin exhibits notes of melted licorice, black currants, cherries, smoke, and earth. Long, persistent, and rich, this medium-bodied wine avoids the hard, dry tannin found in many 2002 St.-Emilions. Anticipated maturity: 2007-2016

A reasonably good effort for the vintage, Chauvin’s dark ruby/plum-tinged 2002 exhibits sweet aromas of loamy soil intermixed with dried herbs, black cherries, currants, and new oak. While somewhat superficial, it is a medium-bodied, round, lightly tannic, charming red to enjoy over the next 7-8 years.