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wine / BORDEAUX BEST OF

wine / BORDEAUX BEST OF UNSUNG BORDEAUX TASTING TASTING INFO WEITERE BEWERTUNGEN MORE TASTING UND BESCHREIBUNGEN NOTES AT FINDEN SIE FALSTAFF.COM AB SEITE 148. 96 95 94 2018 CHÂTEAU DURFORT VIVIENS Margaux Deuxième Cru Classé Cedar, tobacco and sandalwood on the nose, ripe plum, pine resin, blackberry and elderberry juice. Rose petals in the empty glass. Mellow tannin, acidity remains mild but effortlessly supports the structure, everything seems to be of one piece, rounded and typical of 2018, but without heaviness, fascinatingly multi-layered finish: liquorice, pepper, allspice, cardamom. U.S. 2020 CHÂTEAU BELLES-GRAVES Lalande de Pomerol On the nose a little caramel, red berry, mineral fruit, wild cherry. On the palate there is juiciness and finesse, a medium measure of finegrained tannin, classic in stature without any fat but fine mineral play and a firm structure for extended ageing. U.S. 2016 CLOS LOUIE Castillon, Côte de Bordeaux On the nose there is some wood with black cherry, blueberry and balsamic undertones. On the palate pressure builds with great finesse, salty, ripe, long-lasting acidity, the wine combines generosity and underlying smoothness, great extract without any astringency. Still youthfully compact on the finish, with a powerful mineral grip. U.S. 96 95 93 2020 SOL BÉNI COUP DE CHAPEAU Saint Emilion Grand Cru Deep ruby, opaque core, purple reflections. Delicate toasted aromas, a touch of noble wood, blackberry fruit, a hint of liquorice, touch of vanilla and nougat. Powerful, chocolaty texture, dark cherry, taut tannins, mineral on the finish, just on the verge of over-extraction, some black tea on the finish, shows length and future potential P.M. 2009 CHÂTEAU TÊRTRE DE LA MOULEYRE Saint-Emilion Grand Cru Wild cherry, damson and chocolate on the nose, with more air also truffle tones. Very fine on the palate, at the same time rounded, soft and creamy, yet also juicy, nervy. Ripe, in an unobtrusive way, firm tannin, lots of juice. Elegance. Very homogeneous in its structure, fruit, chalkiness and velour-like tannins result in a great harmony. U.S. 2019 CHÂTEAU ROBIN Lussac Saint Emilion Very clear cherry fruit in various shades, from red to black cherry, but also brighter fruit aromas, raspberry blossom, some moss and herbs, almond. Juicy and elegant on the palate, well extracted, sinewy but not astringent, with intense tactile minerality and a classic structure for mid-term ageing. Neat cherry fruit on the finish. Seems complete. U.S. 96 95 91 2020 CHÂTEAU CARMES HAUT-BRION Pessac-Léognan Dark ruby, opaque core, purple reflections. Hints of wood, ripe cherry fruit, delicate nougat, wild berries, candied orange zest, inviting bouquet. Juicy, ripe cherries, fine fruit expression in the texture, well integrated, ripe tannins, peppery aftertaste, certain ageing potential. P.M. 2018 CHÂTEAU FERRIÈRE Margaux Dark ruby, purple reflections. The cherry fruit on the nose has floral overtones, dried rose petal and hibiscus, tender hints of liquorice and bergamot peel. There is inviting spice, juiciness and tightness on the palate, fresh acidity and silky, ripe tannins. The finish is full of fruit and while youthful, this already drinks well. This has an almost Burgundian finesse and real potential. A great organic grand cru. P.M. 2019 CHÂTEAU SURAIN MERLOT Bordeaux AC Dark ruby colour, purple reflections, subtle watery rim. Nuances of fresh plum and black cherry alongside a touch of red berry and orange peel. The palate comes with a juicy, elegant texture, offers dark forest fruits, fine tannins, subtle herbal savouriness and nougat on the finish. A friendly, uncomplicated entry into the world of Bordeaux. P.M. Photos: provided 38 falstaff Up to € 20/$ 30 € 21 – 30 / $ 31 – 40 € 31 – 50 / $ 41 – 60 € 50 – 100 / $ 61 – 110 € 100+ / $ 110+