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2006 Chateau Balthus La ReserveMerlot from France

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  • 95 Gary Vaynerchuk - @garyvee
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About

Rating:

95

"Chateau Balthus is a stunning project from Yves Vatelot (owner of Chateau Reignac) is now in it's 5th vintage, and has gotten better every vintage. The inaugural release of the La Reserve bottling is off and running right out of the box. This elegant and complex Merlot-driven wine is made for the long haul. Showing excellent acid and tannin structure, with supple fruits and great depth of character, this fabulous red should last for 15 to 20 years, possibly more. 100% Merlot."

The La Reserve Cuvee for Balthus is 100% Merlot like the estate's traditional bottling, however this wine is from selected barrels chosen by Gary Vaynerchuk.

Product Detail

Item # 42172
Country France
Region Bordeaux
Sub-Region Bordeaux Superior
Ratings

95 - Gary Vaynerchuk - @garyvee

Vintage 2006
Color Red
ABV 13.5%
Varietal(s) Merlot
Size 750mL
Closure Cork
Features
Taste currant, black cherry, plum, bell pepper, olive, oak, smoke, toast and tar
Nose violet, rose, truffle, earth, coffee and leather