Château Haut-Mazeris 2005

Some lively berry on the nose, with hints of cream. Medium-bodied, with soft tannins and a fruity finish. Best after 2008.

Bright ruby garnet. Fresh, slightly floral bouquet with fine Cabernet spice in the background and a hint of wild cherry. On the palate, surprisingly delicate, with balanced astringency and an elegant finish. Overall, a rather light wine for such a powerful vintage.

Bright ruby-garnet. Fresh, slightly floral bouquet with subtle Cabernet spice and a hint of wild cherry. On the palate, surprisingly fine, showing balanced astringency, with an elegant finish. Overall, a rather light wine in this otherwise powerful vintage.

This ambitious cru, superbly situated on the Fronsac knoll, is overseen by the brilliant Jean-Luc Thunevin (Château Valandraud). Its 2005 is a promising success: an elegant, deep, and flavorful wine with refined tannins and great, profound volume.

Deep, intense purple color. Clean nose, very fruity, refined, ripe. A beautiful, fleshy attack on the palate, unfolding over a rich structure. This wine skillfully combines the energy imparted by limestone with excellent substance. Lovely, tannic length.