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Arrosee 2006

St Emilion, Grand Cru Classé

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Tasting Notes

Totally closed at present, this 2006 reveals notions of crushed rocks, and sweet kirsch and raspberry notes in a medium to full-bodied, elegant style. Its elevated tannins suggest that this wine may not turn out as well as I had hoped. Good purity and potential complexity are there, but the tannins are worrisome. Anticipated maturity: 2012-2020?

Score: 89

Robert Parker, Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com Maturity: 2012-2020 01 March 2009

An ethereal, finesse-styled, Cheval Blanc-like delicacy accompanied by intensity characterize the 2006 l’Arrosee, another terrific effort from new proprietor Roger Caille. A dense ruby/purple color is followed by a sweet perfume of crushed rocks, raspberries, cherries, flowers, and spice. Velvety-textured and structured, with considerable concentration yet a lightness of being, this finesse-styled beauty should be ready to drink in 3-5 years, and last for two decades.

Score: 92 - 94

Robert Parker, - 01 April 2007

Sweet berry and cherry character on the nose turns to a full body, with berry and spice character and a long finish. Best after 2,830 cases made.

Score: 89

James Suckling, Wine Spectator 01 January 2009

Tasted privately with a negotiant. A lovely, well defined minerally nose with wild strawberry, cassis and a touch of blueberry. Medium-bodied palate, very ripe but not over ripe, vanilla pod, violets and blueberry again. Very harmonious, focused with a fine, pure, oak-driven finish that is supported by ample black cherry and cassis fruits. An excellent wine. Tasted April 2007.

Score: 91 - 93

Neal Martin, Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com 01 May 2007

Dark and rich. Toasty sweet on the nose with great opulence and, it would seem, admirable selection. Succulent and round and satin texture. Quite dry tannins are overwhelmed by the ripeness of fruit. SO polished!

Score: 17

Jancis Robinson MW, JancisRobinson.com Maturity: 2012-2020 18 April 2007

The 2006 is 60% Merlot, and equal parts Cabernets Franc and Sauvignon, from low yields of 34hl/ha. The nose is gorgeous and very Burgundian mingling ripe plums, earth, and creaminess. Good vibrancy on the palate with lots of sweet sparkly red berry juice and good concentration and fine-grained tannins. There is real energy and length with a long, soft finish. Very appealing and stylish with a long drinking life ahead of it, this should be reasonably priced.

Score: 92 - 94

Albany Vintners, - 01 April 2007