Wine Advocate
byRobert Parkerthe5/2/2005
A blend of 60% Merlot and 40% Cabernet Franc, all harvested between October 5 - 14, this is a wine of considerable precision, elegance, and purity. A deep purple color is accompanied by a vibrant, fragrant bouquet of blue and black fruits intertwined with flower, herb, and mineral scents. Medium-bodied and pure, with a charming texture, an undeniable mineral character to the fruit as well as a clean, long finish, it is not the most powerful wine proprietor Hubert de Bouard has made, but it is stylish, savory, and ageworthy. There are 7,500 cases of this beauty. Anticipated maturity: 2008-2020.