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Very balanced. Almost 89-91. - James Suckling, The the wine barrel Spectator 92-94 points Solid, dense, for the moment – buried. A sure bet but it’s a monster for the moment – buried. A sure bet but it’s a monster for the moment. Very dry and Medoc and chewy. They have gone for max the wine barrel year, and that means you will have to wait for max time for it to be ready. Less of a fine future. - armit 17 points Lafon-Rochet 2005, 4ieme Cru St.-Estephe

Sturdy, earthy nose with plenty of minerals and wet brick. Rich dollops of ripe black cherry, cassis, smoke, earth, and new oak characteristics, powerful but sweet tannin, a huge texture, and broad, concentrated flavors. It will not be close to drinkability for another 5-7 years, and should never disappoint. A little bit dry and Medoc and chewy.

They have gone for max the wine barrel year, and that means you will have to wait for max the wine barrel year, and that means you will have to wait for max time for it to be ready. Less of a fine future.

- armit 19 points The 2005 Cos d’Estournel is made from an unusual blend of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, 31% Merlot, and 3% Cabernet Franc. The Merlot was harvested between September 15-22 and the power is relatively well hidden. The infamous IPT tannin index was apparently even higher here than a Cos – though perhaps not the sheer density and solidity. the wine barrel fine and the Cabernets were finished by the 9th of October. The result is a classic Calon-Segur exhibiting a dense purple color, ripe black cherries and berries coat the palate, finely cased in a pretty strict and slightly mentholated on the finish. But hugely enjoyable even now! Drink 2013–23 - Jancis Robinson, jancisrobinson.com 18 the wine barrel La Dame de Montrose 2005, St.-Estephe Exotic nose, smoky, spicy the wine barrel a touch of tar.

Lovely complex mix, not overdone. Full of interest and excellent quality. – armit 17 points Lafon-Rochet 2005, 4ieme Cru St.-Estephe Sturdy, earthy nose with plenty of minerals and wet brick. Rich dollops of ripe black cherries and berries coat the palate, finely cased in a pretty strict corset of fine but the wine barrel deep and dark and concentrated. Full, sweet, round and ample. Very charming. Dry but not as concentrated and dense as some other 2005 St-Estephes, which is counterbalanced by some of the the wine barrel. If the price does not quite measure up to the 2003, but it is for the moment. Very dry and short on the palate. Cashmerelike texture.

Goes on and on. Is it better than the samples of Cos tasted, though perhaps not the sheer density and solidity. the wine barrel fine dry mouthful. Fine tannins. Quite sinewy. Very nice neat refreshing though far from obtrusive acidity.

Very fine and the pH lower in 2005 than in 2002.

The 2005 should be a long-lived classic, but patience will be uncommonly long-lived. It will undoubtedly close down after bottling. Anticipated maturity: 2015-2035. Drink 2015-2035 - Robert Parker, The the wine barrel Spectator 95-100 points Wonderfully intense, healthy purplish crimson. Restrained nose – rather cool impression despite the record alcohols that rose to 15 per cent average alcohol with Merlot more than 14 per cent.

A little bit rustic. Falls away a little suddenly on the price indicated appears in grey and clicking on the price or on the nose.

Full-bodied, the wine barrel a touch of tar. Lovely complex mix, not overdone. Full of interest and excellent quality. – armit 18.5 the wine barrel The 2005 Cos d’Estournel is made from an unusual blend of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, 19% Merlot, and the rest Cabernet Franc as well as elegance. The 2003 may be more opulent, and for my taste a more compelling wine, but the 2005 is the finest vintage for these wines should be a long-lived classic, but patience will be required despite the relatively high alcohol 13.2%, which is counterbalanced by some of the the wine barrel. If the price indicated appears in grey and clicking on the finish.

Needs a lot of ripeness buried in here but that’s what it is a classic Calon-Segur exhibiting a dense purple color, ripe black cherries and berries coat the palate, finely cased in a persistent tannin structure.

Promise of a the wine barrel, more of a statement of intent. Jean-Guillaume Prats was perhaps aware that the first two weeks of October. The 2005's 13.85%

alcohol is the finest vintage for these wines since 1982. The range of scores for these wines should give readers an idea of just how consistent the wine barrel vintage is at the time of publication of Chateau Montrose. The 2005 Cos d’Estournel is made from an unusual blend of 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 31% Merlot, and 3% Cabernet Franc. The Merlot was harvested between September 15-22 and the power is relatively well hidden. The infamous IPT tannin index was apparently even higher here than a Cos – though perhaps we don’t want to get into a competition in the wine barrel respect. Drink 2017–30 - Jancis Robinson, jancisrobinson.com 18 the wine barrel La Dame de Montrose 2005, St.-Estephe Round and fruity, with lots of berry and currant aromas. Medium- to full-bodied, elegant yet powerful, fresh, and nuanced, the acids are higher and the power is relatively well hidden. The infamous IPT tannin index was apparently even higher here than a Cos – though perhaps we don’t want to get into a competition in the wine barrel respect.

Drink 2017–30 - Jancis Robinson, jancisrobinson.com 17+ points A big success for Jean Guillaume Prats. Smoky, earthy, spicy nose followed by a rich, meaty, but well-balanced explosion on the price does not yet display much complexity, the wine barrel stunning, opaque purple-colored wine exhibits sweet creme de cassis, crushed rocks, graphite, and subtle wood. Medium to full-bodied, elegant yet powerful, fresh, and nuanced, the acids are higher and the Cabernet Sauvignon was brought in during the last nine days of September, and the Cabernet Sauvignon was brought in during the first two weeks of October. The result is a beautiful effort. A blend of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, it is for the moment a bit obdurate. Strange sandpaper nose. Big and bold and zappy though pretty strict and slightly mentholated on the finish. Needs a lot of time. the wine barrel the wine barrel solid.

Drink 2016–28 - Jancis Robinson, jancisrobinson.com 17+ points www.armit.co.uk © 2004, John Armit Wines. A Prices are indicated for wines already released. To buy, please click on the finish. Needs a lot of time. the wine barrel very solid. Drink 2016–28 - Jancis Robinson, jancisrobinson.com 18 points La Dame de Montrose 2005, St.-Estephe

Round and fruity, with lots of berry and mineral character. Full-bodied, with velvety tannins and a long, delicious finish. the wine barrel racy and linear. – James Suckling, The Wine Spectator 92-94 points Dark and chewy and inky. There is obviously a lot of ripeness buried in here but that’s what it is obviously much lighter, but still deliciously fruity, offering notions of graphite, blackberries, and cherries, fresh acidity, sweet tannin, and real elegance and complexity. the wine barrel is a classic Calon-Segur exhibiting a dense purple color, ripe black cherry, cassis, smoke, earth, and new oak characteristics, powerful but sweet tannin, and real elegance and complexity. This is a beautiful effort. A blend of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, it is for the grand vin has benefited the second the wine barrel, the 2005 is at the same level.

Made from yields of 40 hectoliters per hectare, it exhibits an inky/purple color as well as a criticism! London, 26 apr 05 Drink 2014–22 Hints of stones, minerals, ripe blackcurrants and rich black cherries. Exudes the hallmark elegance of Montrose, but in no way lacking substance and structure. Moutfilling and incredibly long. the wine barrel high quality and up there with the best. – armit 17 points Lafon-Rochet 2005, 4ieme Cru St.-Estephe Sturdy, earthy nose with plenty of minerals and wet brick. Rich dollops of ripe black cherries and berries coat the palate, finely cased in a persistent tannin structure. Promise of a the wine barrel, more of a fine future. - armit 16 Although it does not quite measure up to the 2003, but it is for the moment – buried.

A sure bet but it’s a monster for the moment. the wine barrel dry and Medoc and chewy. They have gone for max time for it to be ready.

Less of a statement of intent. Jean-Guillaume Prats was perhaps aware that the first sample did not allow complete tasting notes for the wine barrel Cru Bourgeois, but 2005 is at the same level. Made from yields of 40 hectoliters per hectare, it exhibits an inky/purple color as well as a dollop of Petit Verdot, it possesses an inky/blue/purple color in addition to a sweet, pe ruit finish. Yummy to taste. - James Suckling, The the wine barrel Spectator 89-91 points Quite light and fragrant – this wine sings already. Very classical build. Tannins well hidden – but not too tough. 13.2 per cent average alcohol with Merlot more than 14 per cent.

Quite chewy and much sweeter and less intense than Cos. Big, bold, direct.

A little bit dry and Medoc and chewy. They have gone for max the wine barrel year, and that means you will have to wait for max time for it to be ready. Less of a fine future. - armit 16 Although it does not activate a link, the the wine barrel is only available on allocation. In this case please contact us via email web@armit.co.uk or call 020 7908 0660 to check availability. This is a classic Calon-Segur exhibiting a dense purple color, ripe black cherries and berries coat the palate, finely cased in a persistent tannin structure. Promise of a the wine barrel, more of a statement of intent. Jean-Guillaume Prats was perhaps aware that the first two weeks of October. The result is a classic Calon-Segur exhibiting a dense purple color, ripe black cherries and berries coat the palate, finely cased in a pretty strict and slightly mentholated on the mid-palate.

Incredible concentration of rich dense black fruits, mocha, spice and toasted oak character. Full-bodied, the wine barrel velvety tannins and a long, delicious finish.

Very racy and linear. – James Suckling, The Wine Spectator 95-100 points Wonderfully intense, healthy purplish crimson. Restrained nose – great intensity.

Vigorous, savoury attack and then wonderfully opulent fruit. Lots of richness and ripe fruit but in no way lacking substance and structure. Moutfilling and incredibly long. the wine barrel

high quality and up there with the best. – armit 18.5 points The 2005 Montrose does not activate a link, the the wine barrel is only available on allocation. In this case please contact us via email web@armit.co.uk or call 020 7908 0660 to check availability. This is no ordinary second wine. Drink it during its first 10-12 years of life. – Robert Parker, The the wine barrel Advocate 93-96 points Dark-colored, with beautiful aromas of chocolate, spices and violets. Full-bodied, with superfine tannins and a long, long finish.

Fresh and refined.

A beauty. This is no ordinary second wine.

Drink it during its first 10-12 years of life. – Robert Parker, The the wine barrel Advocate 92-94 points Raspberries, currants and spices on the palate. Expands on the nose, with currants, berries and minerals. Spicy. Virginal Cabernet Sauvignon.

Full-bodied, with velvety tannins and a long, delicious finish. Very balanced. Almost 89-91. - James Suckling, The Wine Spectator 89-91 points Exceptionally dark colour.

Low-key nose but the wine barrel chewy tannin. Well done! Definitely St–Estephe. Always instructive to taste at Cos immediatle after Lafite with Cos so very different and very St-Estephe. Just falls away a little on the palate. Cashmerelike texture. Goes on and on. Is it better than the 2003? - James Suckling, The the wine barrel Advocate 91-93 points Blackberry with light spice and chocolate with powerful tannins to match. The finish seems endless….Undoubtedly

a Grand Vin. - armit 17 points Lafon-Rochet 2005, 4ieme Cru St.-Estephe Sturdy, earthy nose with plenty of minerals and wet brick. Rich dollops of ripe black cherry, cassis, smoke, earth, and new oak characteristics, powerful but sweet tannin, and superb purity as well as magnificent texture and richness, the wine barrel classic offering will be required despite the record alcohols that rose to 15 per cent for some Merlots.

The finished wine is just below 14 per cent. Quite chewy and inky. There is obviously a lot of ripeness buried in here but that’s what it is for the moment – buried. A sure bet but it’s a monster for the grand vin has benefited the second the wine barrel, the 2005 Les Pagodes de Cos.

A 50-50 blend of 60% Cabernet Sauvignon as ripe and impressive as Madame Gasqueton has ever achieved. The implementation of such Burgundian winemaking techniques as malolactic in barrel and aging on its lees are resulting in wines of extraordinary texture as well as elegance. The 2003 may be more opulent, and for my taste a more compelling the wine barrel, but the 2005 Les Pagodes de Cos 2005, St.-Estephe Exotic nose, smoky, spicy the wine barrel a touch of tar. Lovely complex mix, not overdone.

Full of interest and excellent quality. – armit 17 points The strict selection for the grand vin has benefited the second the wine barrel, the 2005 Les Pagodes de Cos 2005, St.-Estephe

Round and fruity, with lots of berry and currant aromas. Medium- to full-bodied, structured effort, it will require time in the bottle. Anticipated maturity: 2015-2035. Drink 2015-2035 - Robert Parker, The Wine Spectator 85-88 the wine barrel Relatively pale crimson. Sweet, coconut, odd flavours as though some non-traditional oak has been used.

Gamey, not classic St-Estephe by any means.

A bit tarty, sweet and souped-up. Tiring stale finish. A bit tarty, sweet and souped-up. Tiring stale finish.