2006 Cambon la Pelouse (Haut Medoc)
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This large vineyard in Macau (near Cantemerle and Giscours, not Hong Kong) produces a blend of 50% Merlot, 35% Cabernet Sauvignon, 13% Cabernet Franc, and 2% Petit Verdot. It is a consistent choice among shrewd wine consumers looking for good value from Bordeaux. The deep ruby-colored 2006 exhibits sweet red and black currant aromas intermixed with notions of toasty oak, damp earth, and spice. Richly fruity, soft, and round, it is best drunk over the next 3-4 years.
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Dark crimson with a little evolution – like all the 2006s! Firm, fruity nose. Round and supple on the palate. Forward and could be useful. Riper than many 2006s I tasted with the Union des Grands Crus recently! Just fades a bit fast. Not a long term keeper. Very nice, though quite a bit of acidity. (JR)
Mid crimson. Light and mealy and not terribly direct – rather muted and waffley. Very tough. (JR)
Medium ruby. Precise aromas of blackberry, black cherry, minerals, spices and licorice. Juicy, suave and lively, with aromatic flavors of black fruits and bitter chocolate. Nicely ripe but classically dry. Fine-grained, broad and long, leaving behind a flavor of crushed blackberry.