Côtes De Bordeaux, Bordeaux, France
Definitey needed 1 hr+ of decanting before truly open up, once there you get cassis and dried herbs (sage & oregano) on the nose. Blackberry on the palate with gamey undertones such as leather and roasted meats. Finishes quickly and feels a bit disjointed, but those are minor complaints at this price point. Paired well with reverse seared strip streak topped with ramp butter! ($8) [5/2/21]
Definitey needed 1 hr+ of decanting before truly open up, once there you get cassis and dried herbs (sage & oregano) on the nose. Blackberry on the palate with gamey undertones such as leather and roasted meats. Finishes quickly and feels a bit disjointed, but those are minor complaints at this price point. Paired well with reverse seared strip streak topped with ramp butter! ($8) [5/2/21]
2 people found it helpfulMay 2nd, 2021
The wine lacks a refined taste, nothing interesting about this particular bottle except of the fact that Castillon produces excellent value for less money.
The wine lacks a refined taste, nothing interesting about this particular bottle except of the fact that Castillon produces excellent value for less money.
1 person found it helpfulJul 4th, 2015
what a delicious drop! soft & cool dark cassis & plum ~ starts rich & plush yet finishes w minerals & a hint of dried herbs & tobacco ~ #value
what a delicious drop! soft & cool dark cassis & plum ~ starts rich & plush yet finishes w minerals & a hint of dried herbs & tobacco ~ #value
Mar 2nd, 2015Concentrated. Blueberry first. Black currant. Spicy @700/G, 2007, in 2019 vintage taste. QF Quatro, 191011
Concentrated. Blueberry first. Black currant. Spicy @700/G, 2007, in 2019 vintage taste. QF Quatro, 191011
Oct 11th, 2019
Dried Mediterranean herbs and dried cherries. Some tannins that rapidly soften.
Dried Mediterranean herbs and dried cherries. Some tannins that rapidly soften.
Apr 2nd, 2019
Not a favorite. Nothing notable about this wine except that I tossed 1/2 a bottle out because...really...what's the point!
Not a favorite. Nothing notable about this wine except that I tossed 1/2 a bottle out because...really...what's the point!
Nov 11th, 2016
Subtle hints of charred bluefin tuna belly and melted 75% cacao fondue. Nose is mild with berry scents and a smokey salt. Finishes well, strong tastes of ground asparagus and liquified paper. Pairs well with imitation crab meat and exotic string cheeses.
Subtle hints of charred bluefin tuna belly and melted 75% cacao fondue. Nose is mild with berry scents and a smokey salt. Finishes well, strong tastes of ground asparagus and liquified paper. Pairs well with imitation crab meat and exotic string cheeses.
Oct 30th, 2015Smooth, not too acidic, blackberry, earthy, woodsy, fall.
Smooth, not too acidic, blackberry, earthy, woodsy, fall.
Jul 24th, 2015
