A dense classical plantation of 5 800 vine plants per ha pruned in single and double guyot average 40 years old. Cluster thinning of the vines yields an average of 40 hectolitres per hectare. The vines are composed of 2/3 merlot and 1/3 cabernet franc and cabernet sauvignon. The harvest is hand picked and sorted. Stems are removed and fermentation takes place over a period of three weeks in temperature controlled stainless steel tanks. The choice of these techniques allows the wine maker
Rated 94 - The powerful, multi-layered 2000 should rival 1998 as the finest Quinault produced. It boasts an opaque purple color as well as a gorgeous concoction of crushed blackberries, blueberries, and black currants intermixed with violets, licorice, and subtle smoky oak. It cuts a broad swath across the palate with an expansive chewiness in addition to terrific concentration, purity, and overall equilibrium. In spite of that, it is remarkably light on its feet. It is hard to find fault with this wine,
/Chateau Cantemerle Haut Medoc Grand Cru 05 Chateau Cantemerle Haut Medoc Grand Cru 05 Product Information 89-91 Points Wine Spectator. Crushed blackberries, tobacco and light vanilla aromas. Full-bodied, with silk tannins and a long, long finish. This is as good or better than 2000.
Chateau de la Tour Clos-Vougeot Grand Cru (Cote d'Or) Label Kitchen Towel, French oversize wine steward towel $15.99 Imported from France, this heavy high quality towel is printed with a popular wine label from France. The heavy quality makes this suitable for a wine steward as well as for use in the kitchen. Great souvenir if you have traveled or plan to travel to that area also. Suitable for framing as well as for daily use. Great to frame several for a decorative statement in a kitchen, butler pantry or
> Chateau Cadet - Bon (2000 St. Emilion Grand Cru) Chateau Cadet - Bon (2000 St. Emilion Grand Cru) CHATEAU CADET - BON (2000 ST. EMILION GRAND CRU) "Very well-done. Blackberry, mineral and cigar tobacco. Full-bodied, with big, juicy tannins and a long, caressing finish. Succulent wine. Best after 2009. 665 cases made. (JS)"(Wine Spectator-score:91) $99.99
> Chateau Cadet - Bon (2000 St. Emilion Grand Cru) Chateau Cadet - Bon (2000 St. Emilion Grand Cru) CHATEAU CADET - BON (2000 ST. EMILION GRAND CRU) "Very well-done. Blackberry, mineral and cigar tobacco. Full-bodied, with big, juicy tannins and a long, caressing finish. Succulent wine. Best after 2009. 665 cases made. (JS)"(Wine Spectator-score:91) $99.99
Wine for sale from Premium Wines. Size: 750 mL standard, Year: 2000, Color: red
Chateau Beausejour-Duffau is one of 13 Grand Cru Classes of Saint Emilion. vineyard has a southwest exposition, sitting on gentle slopes of a hill with Chateau Angelus visible at some distance. tiny vineyard has a roughly 300 by 300 meter surface. The Wine Advocate rating: 92.
It is increasingly apparent that the simplistic bashing by some wine writers of Gerard Perse and his wines as well as the American taste,' is undermining their credibility as it should As each new vintage gets released, consumers can taste Pavie and the other Perse wines and see for themselves how profound Pavie is There is a reason why the highly respected Grand Jury European rated Pavie ahead of all other Bordeaux chateaux in 2000 and 1999 It is obviously a profound wine When Jean-Francois Moueix (the
Now Viewing: Categories - 2005 Chateau Grand Puy Lacoste 1.5L 2005 Chateau Grand Puy Lacoste 1.5L Aromas of berries and spices follow through to a full body, fine tannins and a chewy finish. Tight and reserved but shows lovely potential. Layered and refined. Very beautiful. Perhaps better than 2000. —j.s. Wine Spectator Review: Has subtle blackberry, licorice and currant on the nose, with hints of mint. Full-bodied, with silky tannins and a very pretty texture. Caresses everything. Refined and balanced. A
A delightful Grand Cru Classe from a respected producer. Less oaky than many St. Emilion wines. To be enjoyed now or aged for several years.
It is increasingly apparent that the simplistic bashing by some wine writers of Gerard Perse and his wines as well as the American taste,' is undermining their credibility as it should As each new vintage gets released, consumers can taste Pavie and the other Perse wines and see for themselves how profound Pavie is There is a reason why the highly respected Grand Jury European rated Pavie ahead of all other Bordeaux chateaux in 2000 and 1999 It is obviously a profound wine When Jean-Francois Moueix (the
The best Figeac since the 2000 and 1990, this dense plum /ruby /purple -tinged 2005 offers up sweet aromas of creosote, incense, fruitcake, black cherries, and cassis With soft but noticeable tannin this impeccably elegant, medium-bodied, authoritatively -flavored , pure, long wine will be drinkable between 2009-2020 (91-94) points Wine FRENCH STILL WINE
It is increasingly apparent that the simplistic bashing by some wine writers of Gerard Perse and his wines as well as the American taste,' is undermining their credibility as it should As each new vintage gets released, consumers can taste Pavie and the other Perse wines and see for themselves how profound Pavie is There is a reason why the highly respected Grand Jury European rated Pavie ahead of all other Bordeaux chateaux in 2000 and 1999 It is obviously a profound wine When Jean-Francois Moueix (the
A rare and exciting 2000 Bordeaux showing richness complexity and a lithe supple mouthfeel. Awarded the honor of Grand Cru Classe in 1996 Chateau Laroque is in fact the largest wine estate in Saint-Emilion with a total of 58 hectares under vine. The
A Bordeaux Blend wine from Bordeaux in France. 2000 Grand Bos, Chateau du 750ml
→ Chateau Berliquet Saint Emilion Grand Cru 2000 Chateau Berliquet Saint Emilion Grand Cru 2000 750ml Chateau Berliquet Saint Emilion Grand Cru 2000 is the finest Berliquet yet produced. Impressive saturated purple/ruby colour as well as jammy cherry and cassis liqueur aromas. Medium to full body, sweet tannin, a multi-tiered mid-palate, and a long finish. Anticipated maturity 2006-2020.
A prodigious Cheval Blanc that should challenge the 2000 and 1998 as the finest Cheval since the 1990, the 2005s final blend consisted of 55% Cabernet Franc and 45% Merlot The Merlot harvest began on September 15th and lasted until the Cabernet Franc was finished around October 6th Administrator Pierre Lurton told me, I prefer to pick the Merlot a little early, and the Cabernet Franc a little late' The deep ruby/purple-colored 2005 reveals an extraordinary projected, surreal bouquet of menthol, red, blue,
Pre-Arrival Sale: Chateau Cos D'estournel 2000 St Estephe 750ml (123601) "This wine puts on weight and grows in stature every time I go back to it. In fact, from the bottle it was better than ever. A blend of 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 38% Merlot, and 2% Cabernet Franc, the 2000 Cos d'Estournel suffers only in comparison with its successor, the 2001. Deep bluish purple in color with a reticent but emerging bouquet of cedar, licorice, blueberry, cassis, vanilla, and lead pencil shavings, this medium-bodied,