Lot 476
CHÂTEAU CLOS DE SARPE 2005 (2) WA 97
CHÂTEAU TROPLONG MONDOT 2008 (2) WA 96
Lot 476 Details
CHÂTEAU CLOS DE SARPE 2005 (2)
Saint-Émilion. Grand Cru Classé
u. 2 x bn. 2 x scraped & marked labels. 1 x scraped capsule.
Deep garnet-brick in color, the 2005 Clos de Sarpe has an absolute blockbuster nose of liquid licorice, violets, Chinese five spice and chocolate box with nuances of smoked meats, cigar box, cast iron pan and Marmite toast—really incredible intensity! The palate is full-bodied and rich yet with the most incredible freshness, giving very fine, velvety tannins and an incredibly long, very layered finish. Wow! May 2018 Drink: 2018-2050 WA 97
CHÂTEAU TROPLONG MONDOT 2008 (2)
Saint-Émilion. Premier Grand Cru Classé B
2 x scraped & marked labels.
A wine of the vintage candidate in 2008, Troplong Mondot’s offering was produced from yields of 41 hectoliters per hectare and achieved 14.5% natural alcohol. A classic blend of 90% Merlot and 10% Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc, it offers copious quantities of blue and black fruits, a full-bodied opulence, sweet tannin and a fabulous texture as well as finish. Already drinking beautifully, it will be even better in 2-5 years and should last for 20 years. A great effort for the vintage, it couldn’t happen to a more deserving proprietor, Christine Valette. Bravo! May 2011 Drink: 2013-2033 WA 96