Hermitage les Bessards (1997)
| Winery: | Freres |
| Region: | France |
| Type: | Table Wines |
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Freres on SnoothApril 2013
No written review
April 2013
This Delas Crozes Hermitage is lightish with a leathery prune, rye flour and cranberry (acidic fruit) nose. The body is medium with modest structure - though the balance is good and the fresh acidity is palate-cleansing. A good wine for lighter meats or on the patio. Drink now through 2015. 87 points. Read More
April 2013
Medium dark ruby color; vanilla, berry, black cherry nose; tasty, a little tight, blackberry, berry, black fruit palate; medium-plus finish. (86% Merlot, 9.5% Cabernet Sauvignon, 3.5% Petit Verdot, 1% Cabernet Franc; 16 mos. in 100% French oak, 20% new, 80% second vintage; 14.5% alcohol) 92+ points Read More
April 2013
I currently live in Beijing so everything one purchases needs to be scrutinized ... mis en bouteille par prats freres negociants a saint-estephe france.Did I find a hidden gem or is it junk?Help would be wonderful as I cant find any information on this White Bordeaux.C.S. Whi Read More
March 2013
Stony on the nose, with hints of leather and woodland spice. There's a waxy lemon/lime streak here that hints at passionfruit, all backed up with fresh balsamic tones. On entry, there's a rush of subtle pine needles followed by light melon, pear and lime flavors. This remains rather subtle in the mouth, a slightly softer example of an Alsace Pi... Read More
March 2013
Closest to opus one 2007 I have encountered. Price rage of $145 inaccurate. Cannot locate for under ~$200. Let decant 1.5hrs. Read More
February 2013
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October 2012
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