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Please read: This wine is a Bordeaux Future. It is not expected to arrive in stock until Spring/Summer 2006. Robert Parker Review 93-95 A sensationally well-situated, south-facing, 15+ acre vineyard, whose neighbors include such luminaries as Beausejour-Duffau, Angelus, and Beau-Sejour-Becot, this estate burst on the scene with a brilliant 2000. It is a blend of 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Franc fashioned from 40-year old vines. Yields in 2003 were 29 hectoliters per hectare, and given the wine’s enormous richness, it should not be surprising to learn the soils are pure clay and limestone, the type best suited to handle the historic weather conditions of 2003. The bad news is that there are only 1,500 cases. Tasted three separate times, it is a worthy rival to the profound 2000. Its inky/ruby/purple color is followed by pure aromas of black cherry liqueur intermixed with smoke, licorice, crushed stones, and flowers. It possesses a fabulous texture, full body, low acidity, and high but ripe, well-integrated tannin. A seamlessly constructed St.-Emilion of great depth, richness, and nobility, it should drink well young given its high pH and alcohol as well as its low acidity. Anticipated maturity: 2006-2020. Wine Spectator Review 92-94 Soft and seductive, with lovely berries and ripe tannins. Medium- to full-bodied, with a caressing texture and a medium finish. Lovely. This is right next to Angelus and Beausejour-Lagarosse. A small property with six hectares. Tasted twice, with consistent notes. 1,665 cases made. -- J.S. Formats Offered 750ml |
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