90% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Merlot. As far as we were concerned this was one of the stars of the vintage. The nose is classic Ducru - very expressive with violets, pencil lead and blackcurrant. On the palate there is a good density, ripe tannins and real poise. Alongside Las Cases this was the most successful Cabernet Sauvignon outside of the first growths, the result of a huge amount of work in the vineyard. Drink 2014-2024. 17.5 points (out of 20)
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En Primeur wines are still in barrel at the châteaux and are sold as ‘futures’ up to two years in advance of delivery. The price includes delivery in-bond to a dedicated storage account. Before your wine arrives in the UK you will have the option to specify duty-paid delivery to an address of your choice, but you will need to pay a release fee to cover duty, VAT and handling at the prevailing rates.
- Origin:
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France
- Closure:
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Natural Cork
- Style:
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Medium-bodied reds
- Varieties:
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Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot
Estimated delivery: Summer 2010
Estimated release cost: £120.00
"Pretty dark, opulent crimson. Scented. Rather compact. Inky and savoury and there's a recognisable relationship with the grand vin in other vintages. Good! Appetising - I think that's the first time I have written that about the 07s. Quite interesting rather than super sweet. Fleshy. Good dust! Long and well balanced. 17- points (out of 20)."
Jancis Robinson,
www.jancisrobinson.com
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"A solid wine, with plenty of rose petal, berry and currant character. Full and chewy. Ripe and very powerful. Wait and see, but impressive for the vintage. 89-92 points."
James Suckling,
Wine Spectator
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