Clos les Lunelles Côtes de Castillon 2003
 wa92 |
BN#163566 |
| Category | Red Wine |
|---|---|
| Varietal | Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon |
| Region | France : Bordeaux : Cotes de Castillon |
| Producer | Clos les Lunelles |
| Alcohol | 15.0% |
Wine Advocate
This 21+ acre vineyard planted on a clay and limestone plateau consists of 38-year-old Merlot (80%), Cabernet Franc (10%), and Cabernet Sauvignon (10%). It was acquired by Gerard and Chantal Perse in 2001, and in less than two years has become the reference point winery for the Cotes de Castillon ... not surprising in view of the commitment to excellence exhibited by the Perses. Made from tiny yields of less than 20 hectoliters per hectare, the blockbuster 2003 tips the scales at 13.5% alcohol. It reveals a peppery, spicy, incense-laced bouquet interwoven with black cherry jam, blackberry, and cassis-like aromas. Full-bodied, opulent, long, rich, and persistent, it is the finest wine I have ever tasted from the Cotes de Castillon. Enjoy it over the next 10-15 years.
Score: 92. —Robert Parker, April 2006.Customers who purchased this item also bought:
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