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Bon Pasteur 2005

Pomerol

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A beautiful wine from Dany and Michel Rolland, this 2005 is surprisingly concentrated and powerful – more so than usual. Deep ruby/purple, with plenty of black cherry and cassis fruit, licorice and a touch of caramel, this wine is still full, youthful, and set for another 15-20 years of longevity. This is a beauty and one of their strongest efforts in the first decade of the 21st century. For a terroir considered well below Pomerol’s superstars, this wine is a major overachiever.

Score: 95

Robert Parker, Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com Maturity: 2015-2035 30 June 2015

The incomparable oenologist Michel Rolland has produced his finest Bon Pasteur since the monumental 1982 (which is still drinking well, and out-classes many wines 3 to 4 times its price). This exciting effort boasts aromas and flavors of mocha, fudge ice cream, espresso roast, black cherries, cassis, and caramel. The complex aromatics are followed by an enormously rich, pure, full-bodied wine with fabulous texture and length. It should be drinkable in 5-6 years, and last for 25 or more.

Score: 93 - 95

Robert Parker, Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com Maturity: 2012-2032 30 April 2007

Very grapey on the nose, with coffee, blackberry and toasty oak. Full-bodied, soft and velvety, with plenty of fruit and milk chocolate aftertaste. A juicy young red. Best after 2013. 3,000 cases made.

Score: 92

James Suckling, Wine Spectator Maturity: 2013+ 31 March 2008

Both samples a bit tired. Lacks fresh fruit though there is no shortage of astringency. Very chunky and rather surly. Surely there are better samples around? Unfortunately I did not manage to taste a third.

Score: 15

Jancis Robinson MW, JancisRobinson.com Maturity: 2012-2018 10 April 2006

This is winemaking consultant Michel Rolland’s own property, producing wines from late-picked, old vines. Elevage in 100% new oak. Very dark in colour with a pronounced nose of very ripe berries and toast and chocolate. Voluptuous in texture and very, very dense with considerable, ripe tannins. Well-controlled with a flash of warmth on the finish.

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Albany Vintners, - 01 January 1900