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Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux

Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux · France

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red meats · lamb · dishes with rich sauces · strong cheeses

2016
201591 pts

Minty wood flavors underline the fruitiness of this ripe wine. Structured and concentrated, it has density and some fine acidity to balance. Its fruit is backed by tannins that suggest a good future. Drink from 2020.
201487 pts

This is a perfumed wine. Although the tannins are still firm from 14 months in new oak, it does have fine, fragrant red-fruit and acidity. The texture is dense, still young, and will be fine from 2019.
2013
201284 pts

This 100% Merlot from a small experimental vineyard is solid, firm and still young. It has a dense structure of tannins and wood aging, showing bitter coffee flavors and an austere character after 14 months in new French oak. It will likely remain a tough proposition.
201191 pts

A structured wine, rich in both tannins and fruit, this wine gives a solid performance. Its black and red berry fruits are already balanced with the tannins, while the acidity lends a delicious lift. Delicious now, but best to wait until 2015.
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