Five from Bordeaux

2009 Château Beaumont

Ruby. Scented, cassis and straight forward nose. Fresh acidity, ripe tannins, fruity, leaner body, structured finish. 85

2009 Château Guitignan:

Ruby. Scented, richer and fruity nose. Fresh acidity, ripe tannins, fruity palate, quite elegant, good length. 87

2009 Château Reverdi

Ruby. Cassis, almost salty and a touch smoky nose. Fresh acidity, ripe tannins, structured, a bit oaky, dry finish. 85

2010 Château Mille Roses

Ruby. Slightly scented and cassis nose. Fresh acidity, ripe tannins, fairly nuanced and elegant body, good length. 85

2010 Château La Fleur Peyrabon:

Ruby. Scented and spicy nose. Fresh acidity, ripe tannins, fruity and fairly rich, lacks complexity and nuance, oaky finish. 86