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Chateau Calon Segur Saint Estephe 2002
1.5Ltr - Case of 6
Bottle:
$342.07
Fabulous aromas of crushed berries, with cassis and blueberries and hints of spice. Full-bodied and very rich, with a...
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Chateau Haut Brion Pessac Leognan Rouge 2002
1.5Ltr - Case of 6
Bottle:
$841.95
As it closes in on age 20, the 2002 Haut-Brion is beginning to drink very well, opening in the glass with aromas of...
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Chateau Malescot Saint Exupery Margaux 2002
1.5Ltr - Case of 6
Bottle:
$155.57
A terrific wine and probably a great value given the pricing for this vintage, Malescot Saint-Exupery’s 2002...
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Chateau Margaux Margaux 2002
1.5Ltr - Case of 6
Bottle:
$1400.21
Performing better from bottle than at any time in cask (which of course is the objective of great winemaking, isn't...
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Chateau Mouton Rothschild Pauillac 2002
1.5Ltr - Case of 6
Bottle:
$1269.14
Opulent yet restrained aromas which give the impression of ripeness. A sense of hedonism pervades here – and it’s...
Aligote Red Bordeaux Tempranillo 2002 1.5Ltr
There are few regions in the world with stricter regulations in regards to wine production and grape varietals than those found in Bordeaux, France. Here, in the home of the world's finest wines, the type and quality of grapes used is of utmost importance, and the legendary wineries which work on the banks of the Gironde river have mastered the careful art of juice blending to find the perfect balance for their produce. Whilst there are six 'official' Bordeaux grapes, the two key varietals for almost every fine Bordeaux wine are Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, and with good reason. Whilst Cabernet Sauvignon grapes are renowned for their acidity and astringency, strong fruit and spice flavors and full body, Merlot grapes are notably rounded, soft, fleshy and lighter on tannin. The combination of these two varietals, along with a small percentage of (commonly) Petit Verdot or Cabernet Franc, is the perfect balancing act – the two grape varietals cancel out each others weaker points, and accentuate all that is good about the other.
There are plenty of notable native Spanish grapes which have made a big impression on the wine world at large, but none are as renowned or as widely loved as the Tempranillo varietal. This black skinned grape has been used for wine making for centuries, with several ancient civilizations noticing the fact that it is highly versatile and holds some delicious flavors and aromas, perfect for those looking for a powerful yet elegant grape for their wines. Tempranillo often causes winemakers some trouble, however, as it is highly susceptible to many diseases. Despite this, plenty continue to persevere with this varietal, as it is perfect for producing delicious and complex single variety and blended wines, packed full of classic Spanish flavors and plenty of aromatic and intense surprises.