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Average Score
91
Critic Notes
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
Score: 93-/100Robert Parker
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
Score: 89-/100Wine Spectator
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Country
France
Region
Bordeaux
Sub-region
Saint Emilion
Colour
Red
Taste
Dry
Alcohol %
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Product Type
Still wine
Product Subtype
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Drinking Window
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Country
France
Region
Bordeaux
Sub-region
Saint Emilion
Colour
Red
Taste
Dry
Alcohol %
-
Product Type
Still wine
Product Subtype
-
Drinking Window
-
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