Bordeaux was blessed both in 2009 and 2010 with back to back high quality vintages that have translated into outstanding values for those seeking to participate but not wanting to pay the high prices of the classed growth properties. We have put together a mixed case sure to delight the most avid Bordeaux fan as well as offering relative newcomers to this, the world’s largest high quality source for drinkable and age-able red wines based on Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, an opportunity to experience the joys that Bordeaux red wines can bestow.
Our Bordeaux 2010 Sampler Case:
3 Bottles Château Marjosse; “Owned by Cheval Blanc’s general manager, Pierre Lurton, Marjosse is always a friend of shrewd consumers seeking value-priced Bordeaux. The dark ruby/purple-tinged 2010 exhibits abundant notes of mulberries and black cherries intertwined with subtle herb, earth and oak characteristics. Drink it during its first 2-3 years of life to enjoy its exuberance.” Wine Advocate
3 Bottles Château Carignan; “This sleeper of the vintage offers plenty of black currant and black cherry fruit as well as underlying forest floor and floral notes. Its purity, textural build up and intensity exceed the appellation’s standards. It is a noteworthy effort for value conscious consumers to seek out. Drink it over the next 2-4 years.” Wine Advocate
3 Bottles Domaine du Bouscat “Caduce”; “Proprietor Francois Dubernard’s over-achieving estate consists of 20 acres of vines just across the street from Fronsac. The consulting winemaker is the brilliant Claude Gros. Bouscat’s 2010 Caduce, a blend of 70% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% of both Malbec and Cabernet Franc, exhibits abundant mulberry and blueberry fruit intermixed with notions of spring flowers. The wine possesses unmistakable minerality, medium body and sweet tannins. Drink this delicious 2010 during its first 4-5 years of life.” Wine Advocate
3 Bottles Château Pasquet; This wine boasts an impressive dark ruby/purple color followed by a very dense, smoky and full nose of cassis, dark berries and toffee. The generous palate offers well-balanced fruit, dusty tannins, some minerality as well as dark plum and black currant notes and an irresistible charm. It is full-bodied, supple textured and ideal for drinking over the next 5-7 years. A complex blend of 45% Cabernet Sauvignon, 45% Merlot, 5% Petite Verdot, and 5% Malbec, this is an outstanding value!
AWM Regular Price: $230.88 + tax
AWM Special Sampler Price: $185.00 + tax
Save $45.88