2009 Gloria (750ml) (FUTURE ARRIVAL)

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WINE IS DUE TO ARRIVE IN 2012

Vintage: 2009
Format: 750ml
Wine Name: Chateau Gloria
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Appellation: St. Julien
Producer: Chateau Gloria
Varietal: Red Bordeaux Blend
Type: Red
Country: France
Region: Bordeaux
Sub-Region: Medoc
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Tasting note: There have been many great Glorias over the years as this property consistently over-performs. The 2009 may be the finest yet produced. Loaded with notes of Christmas fruitcake intermixed with red and black currants, licorice, spice box, and blackberries, this inky/purple-colored wine is atypically full-bodied with a viscous texture, and loads of tannin, extract, and richness. Deep and layered, it will offer thrilling sipping over the next 25+ years. (91-93pts. Robert Parker)

Tasted: Apr. 2010
Score: 91-93
Drink: 2010-35

Tasting note: Since 2005 this wine has reached a high standard of quality. The blend is 61% Cabernet Sauvignon, 27% Merlot, 6% Cabernet Franc and 6% Petit Verdot. The color is dark, intense, beautiful. The nose has aromatic notes of ripe, fresh fruit, without being really black fruit. Entry into the mouth is smooth, the wine develops moderately aromatic with a structured body. It becomes more flavorful at the finish and finishes with good length, and tannin much better hidden and finer than before. It is a success. (88-89pts. Jean-Marc Quarin)

Tasted: Mar. 2010
Score: 88-89
Drink: N/A

Tasting note: Crushed blackberries and fresh herbs on the nose. Full-bodied, with velvety tannins and a long, rich finish. Solid core of everything here. Right up there with the 2005. (90-93pts. JS, Wine Spectator)

Tasted: 2010
Score: 90-93
Drink: N/A