Clos Les Lunelles 2005
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Clos Les Lunelles 2005
HED94954
75 cl
£59.80
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Previously known as Château Lapeyronie, Clos Lunelles emerged from relative anonymity in 2001, partly attributed to the transformative influence of Gérard Perse, owner of Château Pavie. Situated in the Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux appellation, in close proximity to Saint-Émilion, this boutique estate is planted to Merlot [80%], complemented by smaller proportions of Cabernet Sauvignon [10%] and Cabernet Franc [10%]. The grapes are hand-harvested and sorted, initiating natural yeast-driven alcoholic fermentation in temperature-controlled vats. The wine undergoes an extended maceration period of 5 weeks on the skins. Maturation takes place in new oak barrels for 18 to 24 months, involving regular racking every 3 months. The final blend is executed shortly before bottling, without fining or filtration.
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Vinous
Bright, full ruby-red. Very ripe, wild aromas of black raspberry, truffle, game and beefsteak tomato. Lush, fat, sweet and impressively rich, with explosive dark fruit, mocha, leather and meat flavors. In a distinctly full-blown style, but with considerable soil character. Today the tannins are virtually invisible and the finish shows terrific aromatic persistence, but I would not be at all surprised if this packed 2005 shuts down in the bottle.Stephen Tanzer1st May 2008
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