Château Ampelia Cuvée Carolle 2005

A.C., Côtes de Castillon, Bordeaux, France
Natalie's Score: 88/100
Community Score: 4.4/5
Community Reviews: 2
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Product #: 500330
Wine Type: Red Wine


  		Price: $25.00
Alcohol: 14%
Drink: Now
Sweetness: Extra Dry
Bottle size: 750 ml

Winery: Château Ampelia
Agent: Noble Estates Wines & Spirits

Tasting note:

Get a grip with this wine, literally! Robust chunky tannins mean you should decant for 2 hours. Opens with lovely black fruit aromas and a touch of cedar spice in the background. Full-bodied, indeed. Rustic in a charming way.

Reviewed August 19, 2008 by

 

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Jason Solanki rated this wine as 89/100 with the following review:

Some oak resin aromas from cork. Earthy, cedar, dark fruit, and some plum aromas. Fairly straightforward on the palate with dark and red fruits, finishing with pepper and some mocha notes. Full bodied wine. Tannins integrating nicely, but still need more time. This should drink well for at least another 4-5 years. Will be enjoying this with homemade Chicken Enchiladas. Bought at $20. Tasted Mar/2012.

 
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Serve this wine between 60-65 degrees Farenheit or 15-18 degrees Celsius.

 

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