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Magdelaine 2005
HED01134
75 cl
13.5%
£130.00
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Château Magdelaine 2005 is a Saint-Émilion wine originating from a vineyard with a history dating back to the 18th century. The wine exhibits an understated bouquet, revealing aromas of dark cherry, ripe blackberry and earthy notes typical of its terroir. On the palate, it is medium-bodied with present tannins and a structured mouthfeel. The fruit is complemented by hints of black olive and a touch of spice.
94 Vinous
(a blend of 95% merlot and 5% cabernet franc; 3.53 pH; IPT 65; 13.8% alcohol): Bright ruby. Sexy, compelling nose of blackcurrant, violet, white pepper and minerals is an absolute knockout. Then very refined on the palate, with a delicate spiciness to the blackcurrant, red plum and mineral flavors, but with noteworthy fleshiness and ripeness lifted by harmonious acidity. This is a very great and impeccably balanced Magdelaine in the making. Finishes long and silky, with a persistent strawberry note. Jean-Claude Berrouet considers this to be a classic Magdelaine: very well balanced and delicious. I think this is an excellent example of just how easy it is to misjudge Magdelaine on release and how well it develops in bottle in strong vintages.
93 Robert Parker
From the stable of Jean-Pierre Moueix, this estate has now been absorbed by the nearby Belair (renamed Belair-Monange). Exhibiting gorgeous kirsch liqueur notes with some plum and Asian spice and dense ruby/garnet to the rim, this 2005 is full-bodied, rich, and bigger and more masculine than this wine tends to be. It is a beauty, with loads of fruit, great purity and texture. Drink it over the next 20-25 years.
16.5 Jancis Robinson
Paler than most of its peers. Scented and relatively light and herbaceous. Very neat and well balanced but a bit old school. With some heat and drying quality on the end. One of the most transparent right-bank 2005s. (JR)
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