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Château d'Agassac Haut-Médoc 1996

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Château d'Agassac Haut-Médoc (1996)

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Arguably the most renowned wines on earth, the classed growths of Bordeaux continue to epitomize the power and complexity Bordeaux blends are capable of. While most wines here are based on Cabernet Sauvignon, both Merlot and Cabernet Franc play important roles in adding layered complexity to the finished wines, and allow winemakers in each commune within the region to use the blend that is best suited to their unique combination of soil and meso-climate. The most famous communes each have their own classic traits with St. Estephe giving full, if rustic wines, from the heavy clay soils, to Paulliac's elegant balance of ripe fruits, minerality and structure to St. Julien's rich blackberry core and supple feel. Moving to the South of the region brings one to Margaux, with its notes of flowers and berries draped over a feminine frame, and then to the Graves region with wines redolent of tobacco, gravel and smoke. To the East lies the famous appellations of St. Emillion, with its wonderfully ripe Cabernet Franc, and Pomerol where Merlot rules the roost and produces deep, plush wines of uncommon refinement.

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Rating: 91/100 - As reviewed by The Wine Messenger Superb Vintage; Concentrated; Great Value

Deep garnet color. The bouquet is intense and wonderfully complex combining aromas of smoke, coffee, leather, black cherry and vanilla. This wine is full bodied and concentrated with ripe powerful tannins that are well balanced by the richness of the fruit on the palate. The finish is long. This wine is aging beautifully and has the potential to improve over the next 2 years and hold for the next 6 to 8 years. Serve with roasts or cheeses.


 

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Rating: 90/100 - As reviewed by The Wine Messenger Superb Vintage; Concentrated; Great Value

Deep purple/garnet color showing youth. Nose of black cherry fruit. Flavors of mocha, leather and spices. In the mouth, it is full bodied, and rich with powerful tannins that will smoothen with time. It will reach its peak around 2000-2001 and will last until 2010. Goes well with roasts (including veal), fowl or dry cheeses.


 

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Rating: 90.5/100 - As reviewed by The Wine Messenger Superb Vintage; Concentrated; Great Value

Deep garnet color with purple reflections showing youth. Nose is powerful and dominated by black cherry fruit. Flavors of mocha, leather and spices. On the palate, it is full bodied and rich with powerful tannins that will soften with time. It will reach its peak around 2000-2001 and will last until 2008. Goes well with roasts, fowl or dry cheeses.


 

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