Chateau Ausone 2002

One of Saint-Émilion's most prestigious estates, Château Ausone is renowned for producing wines of exceptional elegance, depth, and longevity. Aromas of dark berries, violets, graphite, cedar, and spice lead to a refined palate with silky tannins, vibrant freshness, and remarkable complexity.

Food Pairing: Pairs best with beef tenderloin, rack of lamb, venison, duck, truffle dishes, and aged cheeses.

95 Points - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate

In many respects, the 2002 may be even more impressive than the 2003. A far more challenging vintage to get everything right, and especially in St.-Emilion, where many disappointments have been produced, this is one of the wines of the vintage and (along with Pavie) among the finest wines from the Right Bank. It possesses a deep purple color as well as a gorgeous nose of crème de cassis, blackberries, wet stones, and wonderfully perfumed floral notes. On the palate, it exhibits impressive purity, medium to full body, a multi-layered texture, and extraordinary precision and intensity with a finish just short of 50 seconds. Drink 2011–2035.

92 Points - Wine Spectator

Beautiful blackberry and decadent aromas of meat and earth. Full-bodied, with velvety tannins and a rich, long finish. Should develop really nicely in the bottle. Tight. Best after 2007.