2003 Belgrave
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Readers should take note of this Medoc classified growth whose quality is on the rise after an infusion of capital by its owner, the huge negociant firm of Dourthe. Strong aromas of creme de cassis intermixed with hints of herbs, licorice, damp earth, and barrique jump from the glass of the dense purple-hued 2003. One of the finest Belgraves produced in many years, it possesses a supple, fleshy mid-palate, sweet tannin, and fine purity as well as texture. Drink it over the next 12-14 years.
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Robert Parker
Robert Parker
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Very dark crimson. Very interesting, bonfire smoke-like and savoury on the nose. Just very slightly too smooth. A bit more acidity, please. Delivers, though! (JR)
Dark crimson. Big, broad, superripe and brutal on the nose. Extraordinary colour but a bit exaggerated for me. Lots of new oak and perhaps too much press wine follows some not-altogether-refreshing notes on the nose. Rather forced winemaking. (JR)
Readers should take note of this Medoc classified growth whose quality is on the rise after an infusion of capital by its owner, the huge negociant firm of Dourthe. Strong aromas of creme de cassis intermixed with hints of herbs, licorice, damp earth, and barrique jump from the glass of the dense purple-hued 2003. One of the finest Belgraves produced in many years, it possesses a supple, fleshy mid-palate, sweet tannin, and fine purity as well as texture. Drink it over the next 12-14 years. Apr 2006, www.robertparker.com
About the producer
With deep gravel soils and lying just across a stream from Saint-Julien, this Fifth Growth has been managed by the négociant Dourthe since 1979 – bringing expertise that has helped deliver on the site’s potential.