Technical Specifications
Alcohol 13.6%
Residual Sugar 0.5 g/L
pH 3.7
Calories (estimated) 115 kcal / glass
150ml glass115 kcal
750ml bottle575 kcal
Grape Varieties Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc
Cabernet Sauvignon64%
Merlot33%
Cabernet Franc3%
Drinking Window 2015-2035
Region Pauillac
Oak Aging 18 months
Oak Details 80% First Fill New Oak
First Fill New Oak80%
Production Details Blend assembled in February 2006 after vintage. Egg white fined before bottling. Malolactic fermentation took place in barrels and tanks.
Tasting Notes
Nose: blackcurrant pastilles, blackberry preserves, licorice, mocha, black truffles, unsmoked cigars, cedar, sweet pipe tobacco, mint, dried flowers
Palate: crème de cassis, cedar wood, forest floor, dark chocolate, tobacco, saline, mineral, ripe tannin
Food Pairing beef steaks, beef brisket, pot roast, braised lamb, smoked duck, roasted meats, grilled meats, game, rich fish courses like tuna and salmon, mushrooms, pasta with meat sauce, Asian dishes
Critics Ratings Robert Parker: 94
Robert Parker94
Wine Spectator94
Decanter95
Jancis Robinson17.5