2009 Gironville (750ml) (FUTURE ARRIVAL)

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WINE IS DUE TO ARRIVE IN 2011-13

Format: 750ml
Wine Name: Chateau Gironville
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Appellation: Haut Medoc
Producer: Chateau Gironville
Varietal: Red Bordeaux Blend
Type: Red
Country: France
Region: Bordeaux
Sub-Region: Medoc
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Tasting note: The 2009 Gironville is the best wine I have ever tasted from this estate in the southern Medoc. A blend of 50% Merlot, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 20% Petit Verdot that achieved 14% natural alcohol, this sleeper of the vintage exhibits a dark purple color in addition to beautiful notes of graphite, blueberries, flowers, and cassis, and a long, layered mouthfeel. A sensational value, the 2009 should drink well for a decade. (89-91*pts. RP, Wine Advocate)

Tasted: April 2010
Score: 89-91*
Drink: 2010-2040

Tasting note: Currant and blackberry aromas, with vanilla. Medium-bodied, with good fruit and soft tannins.(86-89pts. JS, Wine Spectator)

Tasted: March 2010
Score: 86-89
Drink: N/A

Tasting note: My best rating ever given to this wine during futures campaigns. Showing a lovely, dark red and intense color, this wine offers a moderately aromatic nose, both fruity and smoky. The wine is creamy and supple on the palate, with taste. I have never seen it so textured, ripe and pleasant, while being well-structured. It is likely that this new texture sensation is induced by the vines, which are now getting older. 2009 is the greatest vintage for this estate..(87pts. JMQ, Jean-Marc Quarin)

Tasted: March 2010
Score: 87
Drink: N/A