There are a lot of wines from Bordeaux in this price point from 2005 that are getting a lot of good press. Chateau Le Doyenne is a blend of Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon.
Bright ruby in color. Some cherry, cedar and a little musty on the nose. This wine should be put down for at least 2-3 more years, as it is currently quite closed and tight, but I was interested in trying a bottle to see if it warrants buying some more to put down.
Light to medium body, with some notes of cherry, a little plum and licorice — very dry and structured with good tannins — this might show some more fruit after a few years and does show potential. Currently it is showing a little too much wood and not enough fruit — but that might only be a sign of its youth. Fairly old world in style, 13.9% alcohol and a good food wine to pair with pork and lamb.
I will probably put down a few bottles, but also think there are better 05 Bordeaux options on the market at this price point, such as the Faizeau Montagne St Emilion 2005.
Other suggestions for 2005 Bordeaux values?
Kosher wine…
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i tried a few Bdx 05 from the supermarket shelves in france in August – the Clos Floridene red for 12 euro stood out. This is an incredible year for Graves, and good complexity and promise in that example. I bought Brown and even Haut-Bailly from 05 – both a step up from anything theyve produced before.
Best Medoc value i can think of has to be Tour St Bonnet 05 – don’t hesitate, and if you spot magnums take risks to get this wine.