05-04-201105-05-2011
Skinner Auctions
Skinner AuctionsBoston MA
2548BBoston
May 4, 2011 04:00 PMCalender
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Chateau Pape Clement 2005

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$1,033$850
Auction: Fine Wines - 2548BLocation: BostonDate / Time: May 04, 2011 4:00PM

Description:

Chateau Pape Clement 2005
Pessac Leognan
"Probably the greatest Pape-Clement ever made, the dense purple-colored 2005 (a blend of 55% Merlot and 45% Cabernet Sauvignon) exhibits sumptuous notes of smoky scorched earth, graphite, melted licorice, and blackberries. Once past the exquisite perfume, the wine reveals full body, extraordinary concentration, plenty of chocolate, smoke, cassis, and blackberry flavors, and that unmistakable volcanic ash-like earthiness that comes from this appellation. The tannins are slightly sweeter than those found in most northern Medocs, but this is still a backward, large-scaled effort that requires 7-8 years of cellaring. It should last for 30-35 years." R. Parker, 98 pts. 04/08
6 bottles (oc)
Estimate $750-1,100

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Chateau Pape Clement