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This is one of the sexy 2005s, a rarity given this slow-evolving vintage that is evolving more like a glacier. Dense ruby/purple, with sweet cassis fruit, black cherries, fruitcake and cedar, this full-bodied wine has a luscious texture. This is a big La Dominique from proprietor Clement Fayat. It can be drunk now, or cellared for another 10-15 years. Jun 2015, www.robertparker.com
Robert Parker Score: 93/100
Displays coffee and prune on the nose. Full-bodied, with velvety tannins and a long finish of chocolate, berry and vanilla. Needs a little more on the finish to be outstanding. Best after 2012. James Suckling, Wine Spectator 2008
Wine Spectator Score: 89/100
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Product Details
This is one of the sexy 2005s, a rarity given this slow-evolving vintage that is evolving more like a glacier. Dense ruby/purple, with sweet cassis fruit, black cherries, fruitcake and cedar, this full-bodied wine has a luscious texture. This is a big La Dominique from proprietor Clement Fayat. It can be drunk now, or cellared for another 10-15 years. Jun 2015, www.robertparker.com
Robert Parker Score: 93/100
Displays coffee and prune on the nose. Full-bodied, with velvety tannins and a long finish of chocolate, berry and vanilla. Needs a little more on the finish to be outstanding. Best after 2012. James Suckling, Wine Spectator 2008
Wine Spectator Score: 89/100
Bordeaux / France