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Weekday Wine: Bordeaux (Chateau Haut-Vigneau Pessac-Léognan 2004, $14)

March 4th, 2008 · 2 Comments

Wow.  I’m still incredulous about the fact that this bottle cost only $14.  This blend of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon had a classy, medium body that was complemented perfectly by a velvety texture, and the wine’s flavors and aromas included dark cherry and vanilla along with red bell pepper and dirt.  Granted, this wine’s earthy qualities may seem a little strange in a beverage made exclusively from fruit, but they really do add enjoyment […]

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