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UPC code: 7 84585 00100 2
2005
Château
Sainte Colombe, Côtes de Castillon 12/750ml
Made from 70% Merlot,
20% Cabernet Franc, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon.
Alcoholic fermentation triggered by indigenous yeast in
temperature controlled cement vats. The wine has stayed on the
skins for 4 weeks. Malolactic fermentation in barrel.
Aged for 15 months in oak barrels with racking every 3 months.
"Blend
of 70 percent merlot and the rest cabernet franc, woodsy spice
notes dominating its cherry and berry fruit. The texture is
velvety, and soft tannins restore harmony for a delicious
finish.
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"Gérard
Perse, owner of Chateau Pavie, whose wines sell for hundreds
of dollars a bottle, also owns Chateau Sainte Colombe, where
he produces a merlot-based wine that chimes the cash register
in the low two-digits."
-
Washington Post (Feb. 09)
"One of the least expensive wines from Gerard Perse’s
three Cotes de Castillon estates, the 2005 Ste-Colombe is
unquestionably the softest and most immediately accessible.
Its dark ruby color is followed by a concoction of ripe, sweet
black currant and cherry fruit, incense, spring flowers, and
spice. Drink this richly fruity 2005 over the next 4-5
years."- Wine Advocate (April 2008), 88 pts
"Moderately saturated medium red. Rather high-toned
aromas of cherry, red plum, licorice, herbs and pepper. Bright
acidity gives this wine good juicy cut and verve. A very fresh
style of 2005."
- International Wine Cellar (May/June 08), 87 pts
National
retail price:
$24.95/ bottle
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