Chateau Monbousquet Saint Emilion Grand Cru 2005 750ml

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Chateau Monbousquet Saint Emilion Grand Cru 2005 750ml

Name: Chateau Monbousquet Saint Emilion Grand Cru 2005 750ml
Brand: Chateau Monbousquet
SKU: 899585
Price: 136.85 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 92.5 (6 reviews)

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SKU 899585

$1,642.20/case

$136.85/bottle

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WA 94pts

JD 94pts

VM 93pts

TWI 93pts

WS 91pts

WE 90pts

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A beautiful effort from Monbousquet, this 2005 comes across to me as one of their strongest efforts, with notes of toasty oak, black cherry and blackcurrant fruit as well as some licorice, incense and flowers. Full-bodied and opulent, this is an amazing wine from a terroir on the so-called “wrong side” of St.-Emilion. Drink it over the next 15 or more years. It is an amazing performance.

Country: France
Region: Bordeaux
Appellation: Saint Emilion

Size: 750ml
Color: Red

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Winery

Chateau Monbousquet

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Varietal

Red Bordeaux

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 â€“ the two grape varietals cancel out each others weaker points, and accentuate all that is good about the other.

Country

France

France, often regarded as the heart of the wine world, boasts a rich history, diverse terroirs, and a captivating variety of grape varietals. From the renowned vineyards of Bordeaux to the picturesque landscapes of Burgundy, France offers a wine lover’s dream journey. Whether you’re new to the world of wine or a seasoned enthusiast looking […]

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Region

Bordeaux

Bordeaux: The Pinnacle of Terroir Expression In the illustrious realm of wine, Bordeaux stands as a beacon of excellence, where history, tradition, and terroir converge to create some of the world’s most iconic wines. Bordeaux’s rich mosaic of vineyards is characterized by the left bank, right bank, and the sweet symphony of Sauternes. Each of […]

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Appellation

Saint Emilion

The beautiful sub-region of Saint Emilion in France's legendary Bordeaux region is regarded as the home of many of the world's finest red wines. The blending techniques employed in Saint Emilion have been passed down for generations, and aim to express the very finest flavors of the grape varietals used, most commonly Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc. The climatic conditions in Saint Emilion are perfect for growing many of the Bordeaux grapes, and high yields of exceptional quality are commonplace. Fed by the mighty Gironde river and benefiting from superb clay and gravel based soils, Saint Emilion produces millions of bottles of high quality blended and unblended red wines each year, and continues to be a firm favorite of wine experts and the general public alike.

Ratings & Reviews

WA 94pts

Wine Advocate

JD 94pts

Jeb Dunnuck

A powerful, ripe, opulent Saint-Emilion, the 2005 Château Monbousquet sports a dense ruby/purple hue as well as a killer bouquet of red and black fruits, truffly earth, leather, and graphite. Medium to full-bodied on the palate, it has a round, layered mouthfeel, beautiful tannins, and despite all its fruit and texture, it stays balanced, graceful, and light on its feet. It’s a gorgeous Monbousquet that shows how well these can age. Drink bottles any time over the coming decade.

VM 93pts

Vinous Media

Full ruby-red. Captivating aromas of black raspberry, smoked meat, mocha and licorice. Wonderfully sweet, dense and fat but with excellent vinosity and inner-mouth perfume to the flavors of berries, mocha and licorice. A compellingly tactile vintage for Monbousquet, with the substantial but sweet tannins buffered by the wine's chewy mid-palate material. This was aged in 80% new oak, compared to 60% to 65% in 2006 and 2007. Really transcends its less-than-ideal terroir in Saint Sulpice de Faleyrens.

TWI 93pts

The Wine Independent

The 2005 Monbousquet is a blend of 60% Merlot, 30% Cabernet Franc, and 10% Cabernet Sauvignon. Deep garnet-brick in color, it offers an array of earthy/savory notes - charcuterie, truffles, new leather, bouquet garni, and cigar box, over a core of blackberry preserves and redcurrant jelly. Medium-bodied, rich, and spicy in the mouth, it has a solid backbone of plush tannins, delivering a pepper and spice lift on the finish. Drink it now and over the next 10-12 years+. Purchased in 1993 by Gerard Perse, Monbousquet was his first Bordeaux acquisition before going on to purchase Chateau Pavie in 1998. The soils are a mix of sand, gravel, and clay.

WS 91pts

Wine Spectator

Shows beautiful aromas of crushed blackberry, currant and sultana. Full-bodied, with superfine tannins and a long, caressing finish. Balanced and beautiful. Best after 2012. 7,250 cases made.

WE 90pts

Wine Enthusiast

88-90 Barrel sample. A hugely extracted wine with superripe black fruit and dense tannins. A blockbuster.

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Winery

Chateau Monbousquet

Varietal

Red Bordeaux

Country

France

Region

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Appellation

Saint Emilion

Wine Advocate

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The Wine Independent

Wine Spectator

Wine Enthusiast

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