Lot 418
CHÂTEAU BOYD-CANTENAC 2005 (2)
CHÂTEAU D'ISSAN 2005 (1) WA 95
CHÂTEAU MALESCOT ST. EXUPÉRY 2010 (2) WA 95
Lot 418 Details
CHÂTEAU BOYD-CANTENAC 2005 (2)
Margaux. 3ième Cru Classé
u. 1 x bn. 1 x vts. 2 x scraped labels.
CHÂTEAU D'ISSAN 2005 (1)
Margaux. 3ième Cru Classé
u. vts. scuffed label.
The more serious grand vin twin, the 2005 d’Issan, has a stunning nose of spring flowers, blackcurrant and blue/black fruits galore, and an impressively opaque dark plum/purple color. With a rich, concentrated and pure mouthfeel, wonderfully sweet tannin, full-bodied density and richness, but elegance in abundance, this is a stunner, and one of the great Margaux of the vintage. Drink it now and over the next 20 years. June 2015 Drink: 2015-2035 WA 95
CHÂTEAU MALESCOT ST. EXUPÉRY 2010 (2)
Margaux. 3ième Cru Classé
u. 2 x bn. 2 x marked labels.
Gorgeous, flowery, classic Margaux once again, the 2010 Malescot St.-Exupery continues to show virtually no toasty oak, given the impeccable balance and full-bodied, full-throttle style it possesses. Black raspberries, creme de cassis and spring floral notes intermixed with forest floor and a hint of charcoal are followed by an opulent, sexy, full-bodied wine whose tannins have become much sweeter, while the wine is less restrained yet still exuberant and impressive. This is a phenomenal example once again for this estate, harmonious in every sense of style, extraordinarily long, rich and ageworthy. Three to four years of bottle age will do wonders to make it more accessible, but this wine is set for 25-30 years of longevity. February 2013 Drink: 2013-2043 WA 95