Tonight I thought we would have a look a wine society Bordeaux that came as a part of a mixed case. Historically have avoided anything with any Cabernet Sauvignon, including most Bordeaux, as it has always seemed too tannic for me. This seemed to have passed, so I thought I would try and understand Bordeaux a little better.
Name The Societies Exhibition Paulliac
Vintage 2004
Country France
Region Bordeaux
Grape Merlot/Cabernet Sauvignon/Cabernet Franc
Maker Les domaines Barons de Rothchilds
% Alc 12.5%
Price £16
Source The Wine Society
I was expecting to be wowed by this Bordeaux, by a great maker and not a cheap price. All this presented by my trusted society. All I can say was it was dull. The nose was pretty nice, but that was really it.
There is a good chance that I don't drink this stuff purely because it isn't that exciting, and doesn't represent good value for money. If I had £16 to spend in Burgundy or the Rhone, I could get a really exciting drop.
I will probably venture back at some point, but I'm not sure that it's for me. If someone can persuade me, please do.
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