Musar always takes you on a journey and this was no different! Probably a bit better with another decade of age, but who has the patience!
Musar always takes you on a journey and this was no different! Probably a bit better with another decade of age, but who has the patience!
Jun 8th, 2018
I haven’t had the 2005 Chateau Musar Rouge since it was released whilst living in the Middle East. Recently, I picked up a half case each of the 2005 Rouge and Blanc since it’s an anniversary wine for Holly and I. One thing is certain, no one could ever accuse Serge (and now Gaston) for making boring wines. Decanted for five hours prior to drinking. This had a crazy bouquet of grapefruit, brambles and strawberries, pipe tobacco, wild flowers, horse blanket. Delicious red fruit, spices and earth on the palate. Tannins are still present but much more integrated than when I had this on release. Examples like this bottle will continue to age gracefully for years to come. QPR is through the freaking roof.
I haven’t had the 2005 Chateau Musar Rouge since it was released whilst living in the Middle East. Recently, I picked up a half case each of the 2005 Rouge and Blanc since it’s an anniversary wine for Holly and I. One thing is certain, no one could ever accuse Serge (and now Gaston) for making boring wines. Decanted for five hours prior to drinking. This had a crazy bouquet of grapefruit, brambles and strawberries, pipe tobacco, wild flowers, horse blanket. Delicious red fruit, spices and earth on the palate. Tannins are still present but much more integrated than when I had this on release. Examples like this bottle will continue to age gracefully for years to come. QPR is through the freaking roof.
1 person found it helpfulOct 13th, 2018
Red and dark berry with some plum and prune note. Slightly salty with savory herb, touch of leather, earthy tone. Great Lebanon wine.
Red and dark berry with some plum and prune note. Slightly salty with savory herb, touch of leather, earthy tone. Great Lebanon wine.
Jan 4th, 2017
Richer than the '01, drinking really well, would like to see it in a couple of years though.
Richer than the '01, drinking really well, would like to see it in a couple of years though.
Dec 5th, 2016
Decanted 2 hours prior drinking. Served with middle eastern flavored cuisine. A great wine indeed, with a unique personality and flavor profile. It's spicy, warm and classy with a touch of dirt.
Decanted 2 hours prior drinking. Served with middle eastern flavored cuisine. A great wine indeed, with a unique personality and flavor profile. It's spicy, warm and classy with a touch of dirt.
Jul 1st, 2015
Bekaa Valley, Lebanon
