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Online Retailer ID: 11 10 150 03
Located in: Wines by Type, Red
This chateau is located at the crossroads for four famous appellations- Pomerol Lalande de Pomerol St. Emilion and Montagne St. Emilion. The sandy limestone rich soil grows vines that average 30 years old. The blend is 70% Merlot and 30% Cabernet Franc. This wine is a classic. The first thing to grab you is the intense fruit. Then the racy dose of well-balanced new oak comes on. But what really finishes you off is the ...
A steal for this price
By The Hammer
from Scottsdale, AZ on 2/15/2008
from Scottsdale, AZ on 2/15/2008
Pairs Well With:
Lamb chops
Pros:
Balanced, Elegant, Long Finish, Smooth
Best Uses:
Had with dinner, Special Occasions
Describe Yourself:
Aspiring Enthusiast
Received a couple bottles as part of a 2003 sampler. Opened it that morning, so it sat for about 10 hours, then had it with lamb chops. Was very nice - a big attack but then it smoothed ou and had no rough edges. Ample fruit and strong enough to complement the lamb. Now I have to get more.