"Shows lots of spicy oak, blackberry and berry character. Full and very rich. Structured. Needs some bottle age. Best after 2011." 89 points - Wine Spectator Web Only 2008
"This lower pedigree wine represents undeniable quality/value rapport in 2005. This vintage is so deep in quality among the better run, less heralded estates, that these wines should appeal to readers looking for terrific values from Bordeaux. Most of these wines are Merlot-based and will be drinkable young. Sleeper of the vintage." 87-89 points - The Wine Advocate, Issue 164
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