2009 Hosanna
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James Suckling
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Very dense blackish ruby. Seems dangerously low in acidity, even a little volatile. Broad and velvety in texture and with black-fruit compote on the palate but perhaps a bit too sweet to refresh my palate. Blackcurrant gums? (JR)
The 2009 Hosanna has a ripe, decadent, sumptuous bouquet with glossy black cherry and blueberry aromas, becoming quite floral in the glass. The palate is sweet and candied on the entry but I find the oak a little too conspicuous in this bottle, quite toasty in style with woody tannins on the finish. Other bottles have shown far far better than this one. Tasted at BI Wines & Spirits' Ten Year On tasting.
The 2009 Hosanna has a rich and decadent, quite medicinal bouquet with lavish red cherries, sloes and truffle aromas - all very seductive. The palate is medium-bodied with succulent ripe tannin, plenty of red and black fruit laced with truffle, bayleaf, chestnut and black tea notes. This has body and muscle, yet there is superb definition and freshness on the finish. Simply one of the best Hosannas ever made. (NM)
About the producer
Château Hosanna is a relatively young wine label in Pomerol, but one with some of the richest heritage in the entire region. It couldn’t be better situated with Château Lafleur to the north, Vieux Château Certan to the south and flanked on either side by Pétrus and Château Lafleur-Pétrus.