The wines have been stored in optimal conditions: in the dark, in a cellar protected from temperature fluctuations, and laid flat on dedicated racks. They have not been moved since delivery. I have just tasted them again, and they are fantastic. 2023 : International Wine Challenge 95 POINTS in Magnum 2020 : Decanter World Wine Awards Best in Show 2019 : Wine Spectator 96/100 2019 : Wine Enthusiast 95/100 Rare Millésime 2006 is immediately delectable, both tropical and fresh, mature and warm. Thanks to its almost paradoxical mineral and opulent tautness, it shows substantial potential for expression. Following a cold winter with abundant snowfall succeeded by spring thunderstorms, and a hot summer, in August, the temperatures cooled and heavy rains threatened the grapes’ maturity. In September, the heat thankfully came back to encourage the harvest.