2011 Rahoul
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Now owned by the Dourthe negociant firm, the 2011 Rahoul offers up notes of tobacco leaf, spice box, black currants and cherries. One of the finest wines I have tasted from this estate in many years, it possesses good flesh and purity as well as the telltale smoke and burning ember-like characteristics of a classic Graves. Drink it over the next 8-10 years.
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Robert Parker
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Fragrant with cassis leaf and graphite: classic Graves aromas. Not quite as agile and bright on the palate, softer than I expected, rounded tannins but overall slightly hard on the finish. (JH)
Deep smudgy crimson. Very sweet, linctus-like red fruit on the nose. Quite spicy too. A touch confected. Very odd on the palate. Hard and very little fruit sweetness, dry finish. (JH)
Now owned by the Dourthe negociant firm, the 2011 Rahoul offers up notes of tobacco leaf, spice box, black currants and cherries. One of the finest wines I have tasted from this estate in many years, it possesses good flesh and purity as well as the telltale smoke and burning ember-like characteristics of a classic Graves. Drink it over the next 8-10 years. Apr 2014, www.robertparker.com
About the producer
With a long history stretching back to the 17th century, Ch. Rahoul is part of the powerful Dourthe group. Spread over 40 hectares, the property produces both red and white wines.