E. Guigal Ermitage Ex-Voto Rouge 2015

98 points Jeb Dunnuck

Aged 36 months in new oak, the colossal 2015 Hermitage Ex Voto is up with the finest vintages of this cuvée to date and is certainly in the same ballpark as the 2009 and 2010. This deep, powerful, muscular Hermitage boasts a saturated purple color to go with its huge nose of crème de cassis, freshly crushed rocks, incense, charcoal, and spring flowers. Full-bodied, with good acidity and huge richness and density, it requires 5-7 years of cellaring and should drink well for 40+ years. (JD)  (12/2018)

95-97 points Robert Parker's Wine Advocate

Surprisingly forward, the 2015 Hermitage Ex Voto is nevertheless a powerful, concentrated wine that will reward further cellaring. Full-bodied and rich, it reveals layers of spicy, meaty complexity, red berry fruit and a long, silky finish redolent of Christmas spices. I would not be surprised to see it gain weight and structure prior to its projected release in 2019. (JC)  (12/2017)