Chateau Cantemerle 2005, 5eme Grand Cru Classé Haut Medoc, France
£95.00 – £510.00
Located in the southern part of the Medoc peninsula near the villages of Macau & Ludon, Chateau Cantemerle, designated a great growth in the famous 1855 classification, has deep gravel soil. Thanks to its unique terroir, Cantemerle produces complex, well-balanced, and refined wines. This is from the legendary 2005 vintage, a year of extremes and also of balance.
Tasting notes
Aromas of coffee and caramel accompany an opulent presence on the palate; the attack is smooth and impressions of roundness persist through the finish. Still, the wine resists aging, preserving a slight firmness which balances the softness of the super-ripe tannins.
| ABV | 13.5% |
|---|---|
| Closure | Cork |
| Decant from | One hour before serving |
| Drink from | 2022-2028 |
| Food match | Beef, Pork, Hard Bodied Cheeses |
| Origin | Bordeaux, France |
| Producer | Chateau Cantemerle |
| Varietal | Cabernet & Merlot |
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