Wine › 2005 › Cabernet Sauvignon › Cabernet Franc › Medium Body

"\"Abundant tannin in addition to a deep ruby/purple hue, superb purity, and a... "\"Abundant tannin in addition to a deep ruby/purple hue, superb purity, and a lovely texture are found in this delicious Pauillac. One of the finest d'Armailhacs I have ever tasted, it is a blend of 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 29% Merlot, and the rest... more

"Château Smith Haut Lafitte's great terroir of deep Gunzian gravel, with old v... "Château Smith Haut Lafitte's great terroir of deep Gunzian gravel, with old vines sinking several metres into the soil, produced stupendous results: the wines have a concentration, texture, and class never before seen. Blend: 64% Cabernet... more

"Blend: 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 32% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Franc, 3% Petit Verdot... "Blend: 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 32% Merlot, 4% Cabernet Franc, 3% Petit Verdot, 1% Malbec This tastes of great Cabernet Sauvignon, with its black currant, cedar and herbs and fresh, juicy acidity. It is as fresh as it is rich, but it has a structure... more

"It did not rain a single day during the vintage. Grape quality was superb, wi... "It did not rain a single day during the vintage. Grape quality was superb, with exceptional sugarlevels in both Merlot and Cabernet. Initial tastings when the wine was run off were extremelypromising, showing very intense color with plenty of fruit... more

"The 2005 vintage is characterized by great depth, the presence of very silky ... "The 2005 vintage is characterized by great depth, the presence of very silky tannins, and exceptionally aromatic intensity, good acidity, and outstanding freshness. Blend: 85% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Cabernet Franc The opaque ruby/purple... more

"2005 was a stunning vintage of great sunshine, which produced an atypical Can... "2005 was a stunning vintage of great sunshine, which produced an atypical Cantemerle. Unexpected aromas of coffee and caramel accompany an opulent presence on the palate; the attack is smooth and impressions of roundness persist through the finish.... more

"2005 impresses by its exceptional power, the amazing pure fruit, and the extr... "2005 impresses by its exceptional power, the amazing pure fruit, and the extraordinary engaging elegance without having the overwhelming charm of the 2003. Stylistically, very classical and very Bordeaux-like, without austerity. Dense purple color,... more