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Le Gay 2005
HED20427
75 cl
13.5%
£145.00
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Le Gay 2005 is a structured Pomerol, notable for its profound depth and complexity. This vintage is characterised by rich blue and black fruit aromas, coupled with a pronounced minerality. Its full-bodied palate reveals a robust tannic framework, suggesting that it may benefit from lengthy decanting or additional cellaring. Crafted by the renowned Château Le Gay, which has a history dating back to the 19th century, this wine exemplifies the estate’s dedication to producing wines with character and longevity. Expect significant evolution if laid down for another 5-10 years.
92
Vinous
Dark red-ruby. Plum, mocha, minerals and coffee on the nose. Supple, lush and sweet, with captivating flavors of raspberry, toffee, coffee, mocha and iron. Wonderfully pliant and appealing Pomerol, finishing with sweet, tongue-dusting tannins and excellent length. (A second bottle of roughly equal quality showed a more serious tannic spine and appeared to be in the process of shutting down.)
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