Lot 69
CHÂTEAU HOSANNA 2005 (1) WS 96 WA 98
CHÂTEAU LA FLEUR-PÉTRUS 2009 (1) WS 97 WA 97
Lot 69 Details
CHÂTEAU HOSANNA 2005 (1)
Pomerol.
scraped label.
This is an absolutely spectacular effort from Christian Moueix’s tiny jewel in Pomerol – Hosanna. An extraordinary nose of blue and black fruits, floral notes, licorice, and truffle soars from the glass of this dense purple wine. A blend of 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Franc, this wine often has the most complex set of aromatics of any Pomerol. Velvety tannins, a multi-dimensional mouthfeel, and stunning finish give this full-bodied, extravagantly rich wine accessibility now, but it is certainly capable of lasting 25 or more years. Sadly, there are only 1,200 cases of this. June 2015 WS 96 WA 98
CHÂTEAU LA FLEUR-PÉTRUS 2009 (1)
Pomerol.
u. bn. marked label.
This fabled terroir sandwiched between Petrus and Lafleur (hence the name) generally produces one of the more elegantly-styled Pomerols, but in 2009 it offers an extra dimension of flavor intensity as well as more texture and concentration. It reveals a super-seductive perfume of mocha, loamy soil, herbs, black cherries and black currants, truffles and licorice, full body and velvety tannins. The overall impression is one of intensity, power, glycerin and richness as well as undeniable elegance and laser-like focus. This 2009 can be drunk now or cellared for another 25-30+ years. WS 97 WA 97