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| 2005 - Clos Saint-Jean Chateauneuf du Pape Deus Ex Machina |
| Sep 27, 2009 |
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| The nose was all exotic spices and black cherries. The palate reveals some silky and uber-ripened black cherries, black pepper, soy, cedar, vanilla and some crushed pebbles. That rich exotic quality is sure present through-out. A medium weight mouthfeel with some deftly balanced tannins, which were just slightly angular, and a moderate acid base. A long finish of 90+ seconds. This wine needs at least 5 more years to show itself as it was surely holding back about 50% of what I believe it could be: A wonderfully elegant but powerfully possessive character-filled Châteauneuf. It really has it all, it just needs to come together. |
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| 2001 - Montus, Chateau Cuvee Prestige |
| Big Lush Fruit Bomb |
| Sep 26, 2009 |
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| If you like BIG FRUIT BOMBS this is the vintage and wine to run out and grab! Best between 2005 - 2009, so get a taste while you can! Excellent with Steak! |
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| 2005 - Goulee |
| Sep 23, 2009 |
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| Dark,
dense, opaque red to cherry red rim. Dusty nose full of spice, soft blackberry
and cherry fruit with a touch of oak, menthol, and some eucalyptus. Soft entry
onto the palate , this medium-bodied wine features flavors of cherry and
blackberry carried through to the medium length finish by a hint of mint, dried
tobacco, and a touch of dried herbs. Shows great balance between acid, tannins,
and alcohol. Drink now – 2015 |
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| 2002 - Chanson Père et Fils Beaune 1er Cru Clos des Fèves |
| Sep 02, 2009 |
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| Medium to dark red with a clear rim. Shows a bit of bottle age.
Barnyard, roses, and classic Pinot fruit flavors on the nose. Quite
powerful. Utterly delicious once it hits your palate, a very big wine
with taut tannins that carry through to a long finish, 60+ seconds.
Highly enjoyable. |
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| 2006 - Chapoutier Cote Rotie la Mordoree |
| Aug 28, 2009 |
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| Dark red /
purple with a brilliant pink to clear rim. The nose features intense, brambly
ripe raspberry, black cherry, and wild blackberry seesawing back and forth with
spicy black pepper, all under a soft layer of violets. The deep, juciy fruit is
accentuated on the palate by flavors of tar, and a hint of red grape skins.
Muscular & dense, the long finish sticks with you for 90+ seconds. |
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| 2006 - Grand Destieu |
| Aug 24, 2009 |
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| Medium ruby red with wide pink rim. A blockbuster nose full of dusty dark fruit
and spice leads to a medium-bodied palate loaded with black fruits and cassis.
This opened up exceptionally well with air, and I would cellar it for a few
years to drink at its full potential. At under $20, this easily drinks like it's
twice the price. |
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| 2006 - Armailhac, D |
| Aug 18, 2009 |
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| Classic Bordeaux. This features a bright, dark shiny red color with a
red rim. The nose is full of earth, barnyard, and dark, ripe red
fruits. Very soft on the palate entry, this full bodied wine features
flavors of cassis and dark fruit with a hint of smoke and oak. Soft
tannins make this easy to drink, delicious. |
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| 2005 - Aromes de Pavie |
| Inky goodness |
| Aug 14, 2009 |
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I enjoyed this wine in a tasting of 5 2005 Red Bordeaux's. This wine was more inky in color and rich in comparison to the others. Reminded me of some Washington or California blends where the Cab Franc comes through, (L'Ecole 41's Perigee from 2004 in particular). Some nice soft earth tones shone through. Delicious.
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| 2006 - Solitude, Domaine de la Chateauneuf du Pape |
| Jul 29, 2009 |
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Medium red, very milky and shiny. Pretty nose of violets, dark flowers, and sweet berries a velvety, intoxicating quality that makes it a joy to swirl and sniff. Palate has loads of juicy blackberry, blueberry, and currants, but is also surprisingly tannic with some wood on the finish. In my opinion, this needs time. Best after 2011.
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| 2003 - Chateau Palmer |
| Superior Margaux Wine |
| Jul 10, 2009 |
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| A visit to Chateau Palmer conveys the meticulous attention to all the details. Very ship shape and buttoned down operation. Opulent, fleshy wines, with cabernet jam, and rich floral aromas. The wines have an elegant look and taste. Bargain priced $69. at Bordeaux Specialist www.mndfinewine.com |
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| 2005 - Mission Haut Brion, La |
| Giant from the Barrell |
| Jul 08, 2009 |
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 One of the highlights of the Barrell Tastings in 2006, the entire Domaine Dillon was stellar. This is a monumental wine; a cornerstone of any serious cellar. I buy to enjoy and this is one of the most reliable purchases you can make. $349.00 per bottle at Bordeaux Specialist, www.mndfinewine.com |
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| 2007 - Mongeard-Mugneret, Domaine Echezeaux |
| May 21, 2009 |
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This wine (and this vintage perhaps?) is all about texture rather than power. Very nice, with balanced cherry red fruits, acid, and alcohol. Young now, this wine is already beautiful and will continue to develop in bottle.
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| 2006 - Sauzet, Domaine Etienne Puligny Montrachet Champ Gain Premier Cru |
| May 21, 2009 |
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Stunning & delicious. My first 5 star review on Winezap (I think?). Very clear with only a hint of color, there are lots of fresh squeezed lime notes on the nose that continue onto the palate. Gorgeously balanced with a hint of wood (?) to add to the complexity, this was my favorite 2006 White Burgundy tasted this day. Bravo.
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