| Everything has been said already about the exceptional quality of the 2005 vintage in Bordeaux. While most of them require a long cellaring, I’ve found a few that are very much approachable, already showing fantastic qualities!
Wines to be tasted:
- Chateau Teyssier 2005, St Emilion - $35 / bottle (Wine Spectator: 90 points)
- Chateau Pibran 2005, Pauillac - $45 / bottle (Wine Spectator – 92 points)
- Chateau Gloria 2005, St Julien - $60 / bottle (Wine Spectator – 92 points, Robert Parker – 90 points “a big time sleeper of the vintage)
- Chateau Brillette 2005, Moulis en Medoc - $60 / bottle (Wine Spectator – 90 points)
- Château Peyreau 2005, St Emilion – $40 / bottle
- Château l’Ecuyer 2005, Pomerol – $50 / bottle (Wine Spectator – 88 points)
Cost of the tasting: ONLY $10 / person
As usual, 10% discount on full cases (mixed or whole)
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