Château de la Gardine - Générations Gaston-Philippe 2005
Gilbert & Gaillard 95/100, R. Parker 93+/100 (rated ***** Exceptional), Bettane & Desseauve 16.5/20, Gault Millau 16.5/20, RVF 15.5/20
"Dense color, intense, full-bodied, solid, and rich—a powerful style." (Le Grand Guide des Vins de France 2009, Bettane & Desseauve). "A work of art!" (Gilbert & Gaillard Guide). A selection from the estate’s most distinctive old-vine plots.
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Eye
dark color with purple highlights
Nose
Elegant, complex, and deep, with aromas of dark fruit and spices, and hints of leather
Palate
Full-bodied and very robust, with deep, spicy fruit and refined, well-integrated tannins, followed by a very long finish
Serve
Serve at 17°C
Open
3 to 4 hours before serving
Drink from
2008
High point
2015
Drink before
2025
Guard
A superb vintage whose aging and balance between wood and wine truly come into their own after a few years in the bottle
Food and wine pairings
Un vin puissant à déguster sur un steack au poivre, des gibiers en civet, un coq au vin ou des fromages type Salers, Epoisse...<br/>
Customer rating
5/5
based on 1 review
Review by Mr. LAURENT D. Published on April 30, 2013
Superb, a top-tier vintage, a truly beautiful bottle
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