St. Julien, Médoc, Bordeaux, France
There are some acts that are hard to follow. So is the case with the 06 Bordeaux vintage vs. 05. However, that is not entirely the case with the 06 Lagrange. Normally Margaux for rack of lamb, thought I’d try some St. Julien elegance and change it up a bit. Exquisite with the Allen Brothers Lamb Lollipops.
The fruits are, dry, ripe, ruby; blackberries, black raspberries, black plum, black raspberries, bright, dark cherries. Dry clay, semi-sweet lead pencil, charcoal, sandalwood, fresh tobacco notes, limestone powder, dry herb notes-bay leaf, dry river stone, dark, rich soil with dry leaves, a mix of Indian & Asian spices, some black licorice mixed with dark fruit cola, charcoal/volcanic ash, mix of semi-fresh to withering dark, bright florals framed in violets & lavender, really nice acidity and lush , rich, smooth, velvety, well balanced finish that last two-minutes. Happy Labor weekend from #ChateauIsbel
There are some acts that are hard to follow. So is the case with the 06 Bordeaux vintage vs. 05. However, that is not entirely the case with the 06 Lagrange. Normally Margaux for rack of lamb, thought I’d try some St. Julien elegance and change it up a bit. Exquisite with the Allen Brothers Lamb Lollipops.
The fruits are, dry, ripe, ruby; blackberries, black raspberries, black plum, black raspberries, bright, dark cherries. Dry clay, semi-sweet lead pencil, charcoal, sandalwood, fresh tobacco notes, limestone powder, dry herb notes-bay leaf, dry river stone, dark, rich soil with dry leaves, a mix of Indian & Asian spices, some black licorice mixed with dark fruit cola, charcoal/volcanic ash, mix of semi-fresh to withering dark, bright florals framed in violets & lavender, really nice acidity and lush , rich, smooth, velvety, well balanced finish that last two-minutes. Happy Labor weekend from #ChateauIsbel
Lagrange is by far my favorite St Julien producer. This 2006 is extremely youthful with a relatively oaky entrance, a spicy red cherry mouth feel, and a long complex finish. This could be kept for at least 10 more years easily - and this is saying from my experience drinking a number of bottles from this magnificent chateau in the past year.
Lagrange is by far my favorite St Julien producer. This 2006 is extremely youthful with a relatively oaky entrance, a spicy red cherry mouth feel, and a long complex finish. This could be kept for at least 10 more years easily - and this is saying from my experience drinking a number of bottles from this magnificent chateau in the past year.
4 people found it helpfulMar 11th, 2017
Dense like ink. Savory aroma like cassis, blueberry and cedar, still youthful. Plus hint of coffee, just good transition. Enjoyable but it is still tannic.
Dense like ink. Savory aroma like cassis, blueberry and cedar, still youthful. Plus hint of coffee, just good transition. Enjoyable but it is still tannic.
Jan 11th, 2016
Very nice wine. Showing well. Nice depth of fruit.
Very nice wine. Showing well. Nice depth of fruit.
Oct 12th, 2015Very nice claret. Paired well with a braised beef pot roast. Let breath for half hour.
Very nice claret. Paired well with a braised beef pot roast. Let breath for half hour.
Jan 10th, 2022
Even after two hours of decanting the wine was still tight. Medium minus acidity followed cassis and plum. Tannins were still firm. Even though an off vintage this wine needs more time in the bottle to be fully enjoyed.
Even after two hours of decanting the wine was still tight. Medium minus acidity followed cassis and plum. Tannins were still firm. Even though an off vintage this wine needs more time in the bottle to be fully enjoyed.
Jun 25th, 2017Robin had this 9 years ago
Robin had this 9 years ago
Nov 1st, 2014Robin had this 11 years ago
Robin had this 11 years ago
Mar 4th, 2013
