Bordeaux Buy: 2005 Chateau Bolaire
“. . .stunning depth, richness and texture, this sleeper of the vintage is a terrific buy.” – Robert Parker, August 2008
2005 Château Bolaire Bordeaux Supérieur – SALE $12.99 (Reg. $20.99)
The value buy opportunities from Bordeaux just keep on coming. Today’s email brings you a fresh and friendly 2005 Bordeaux Supérieur from Château Bolaire at nearly 40% off regular retail!
What is unusual about Bolaire is its high percentage of petit verdot (31% in the 2005) much of which comes from an 80-year old block of vines. Petit verdot lends a gorgeous floral/woodsy perfume of violets and black currant to the blend, the balance of which is merlot (40%) and cabernet sauvignon (39%). Full-bodied and fleshy on the palate yet soft in structure, the 2005 also displays notes of licorice and cigar box – everything you want in a classically styled Bordeaux for only $12.99!
Founded in 1860, Château Bolaire remained in the same family until 2003 when it was purchased by the Société Civile de la Gironville, owners of the more well-known Château Belle-Vue. Recognizing the amazing potential of their new property, a qualitative revolution began primarily in vineyard and harvesting practices. Grape yields at Bolaire are very low for a Supérieur – under 3 tons per acre – and each vintage since 2003 has been harvested and sorted by hand to ensure quality.
Bolaire transcends its appellation and is vibrant proof that Bordeaux definitely has the stuff to go head to head not only with ultra-premium wines, but with the world’s best value wines. From an excellent vintage, at this price you will definitely want to stock up and savor through the cold winter months and beyond. Enjoy!
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2005 Château Bolaire Bordeaux Supérieur – SALE $12.99 (Reg. $20.99)
Robert Parker, August 2008: “An amazing percentage of Petit Verdot (39%), combined with Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon has resulted in one of the more distinctive wines of Bordeaux. There are 2,000 cases of this dense ruby/purple-colored effort. It exhibits wonderful aromas of charcoal, incense, black currant liqueur, and licorice. Medium-bodied with stunning depth, richness, and texture, this sleeper of the vintage is a terrific buy. It should drink well for 10 years.”
The Wine Spectator, November 2008: “Aromas of licorice, blackberry and chocolate follow through to a full body, with soft tannins and a coffee bean, espresso and ripe fruit aftertaste. Best after 2010. 2,300 cases made. –JS”
JJ Buckley, October 2009: “A classically styled Bordeaux. The color is dark ruby at the core, lightening slightly at the rim. On the nose, dark red fruits mingle with licorice, cigar tobacco and a touch of new oak. The palate is full, fleshy and concentrated. A tremendous value for 2005 Bordeaux. Drink now after a good decant or cellar for the next 5+ years.” – John Sweeney
Bordeaux Factoid #1: Did you know that Bordeaux is the largest French AOC, representing 14% of French vineyard plantings and 1.5% of worldwide acreage under vine?
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