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France » Cotes de Bordeaux Castillon
James Suckling 92-93 Refined and very pretty with blue fruit and dried berry. Full and tight. Cool fruit.
Robert Parker 88-90 Its dense purple color is followed by notes of blueberries, charcoal, camphor, incense and toasty oak. Rich, medium to full-bodied, pure and well-balanced,
Wine Advocate 90-92 A big-time sleeper of the vintage, this 2010 reveals a dense ruby/purple color along with lots of black raspberry, black currant, toasty oak
Wine Spectator 89 "Blueberry and mineral aromas follow through to a medium body, with a good core of fruit and fine tannins and a fruity, subtle
Robert Parker 89 "A heady concoction of jammy black fruits, melted licorice, chocolate, and espresso roast is followed by a layered wine with considerable opulence, excellent
Robert Parker 87 "A successful Cotes de Castillon for the vintage, the 2002 Cap de Faugeres displays a herbaceous red and black currant-scented bouquet with notions
Robert Parker 92-90 "Madame Corrine Guisez, who owns the more famous St.-Emilion estate of Chateau Faugeres, has hit a home run with this terrific sleeper of
Robert Parker 88 "A deep ruby/purple color is followed by copious aromas of blackberries, lead pencil shavings, toast, and subtle herbs as well as smoke. Medium
James Suckling 89-90 "This is really excellent with salt, white peppers and a fresh fruit character. Full body, firm tannins and a bright finish."
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