Talbot - 2000 (750ml) Loire this is a superstar of

this is a superstar of the vintage

blackberry

and a distinctive personality that is elegant while at the same time powerful and substantial

almost black expression of wild cherries

Talbot - 2000 (750ml) Loire this is a superstar ofThis was a strong performance (better than my original notes suggested) by the 2000 Talbot. Close to full maturity, it exhibits a dense ruby plum purple color in addition to a subtle herbaceousness intermixed with smoked meats, black currants, licorice, cedar, and foresty notes. Rich and full bodied with light tannins, and a slightly richer, more savory, broader, deeper style than I remember, it should drink well for 10 15 years. Robert Parker 93