2009 Château Moulin-Saint-Georges
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Smoky cedar welcome on the first nose, the acidity is still pretty high at 15 years old, traces of tobacco, approaching full drinking window, a little less generous for than some 2009s, here this is still roasted fennel, sandalwood, cassis, saffron and bitter black chocolate. Pauline Vauthier winemaker, working with her father and co-owner Alain Vauthier. Good stuff, just about ready to drink, but less generous than some 2009s.
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Round and smooth. Not exaggerated. Mild mannered. Just a bit leathery/tanning on the finish. A tad mean on the end. (JR)
Bright red-ruby. Pure, lively aromas of blackberry and licorice lifted by violet and minerals. Chewy, nicely delineated and ripe but not at all overly sweet, with dark berry flavors firmed by saline minerality. Plenty of tannic support gives this wine good staying power.
Copious aromas of licorice, charcoal, damp earth, black raspberries, black currants and a hint of espresso jump from the glass of this deep purple-colored 2009. Medium to full-bodied with sweet tannin, plenty of baby fat and a seductive personality, it should drink well for 10-15+ years.
About the producer
Bottled as a Saint-Emilion Grand Cru, Ch. Moulin Saint-Georges has risen to prominence under the ownership of the Vauthier family, of Ch. Ausone.