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Vintage | Wine 2001 |
Classification | Médoc - 5ème Cru Classé |
Region | Bordeaux |
Appellation | Pauillac |
Colour | Red |
Volume | 0.75 l |
Country | France |
Château | Clerc Milon |
Country | France |
Saint Emilion
Margaux
CHÂTEAU GRAND PUY LACOSTE 2001
Pauillac
Haut Medoc
Saint Julien
Pessac Leognan
Echezeaux
CHÂTEAU DE BEAUCASTEL Hommage à Jacques Perrin 2001
Châteauneuf du Pape
Margaux
Tasted on three separate occasions, this 2001 did not perform nearly as well from bottle as it did from cask. A blend of 54% Cabernet Sauvignon, 36% Merlot, and 10% Cabernet Franc, it exhibits aromas reminiscent of a Starbuck espresso, melted licorice, black currants, cherries, cedar, a notion of dried herbs, and elevated oak. With attractive texture and firm tannin in the finish, it requires 2-3 years of cellaring, and should drink well for 14-15.
Sleek and racy, with a beautiful structure of very fine tannins and ripe fruit. There are minerals, currants and berries throughout, yet it's subtle and caressing. Lovely wine. I like this as much as the 2000.