Lot 22
CHÂTEAU AUSONE 2003 (1) WA 100
CHÂTEAU AUSONE 2005 (1) WA 100
Lot 22 Details
CHÂTEAU AUSONE 2003 (1)
Saint-Émilion. Premier Grand Cru Classé
scuffed label
Amazing! The limestone soils of Ausone appear to have been the perfect foil for resisting the extreme heat and drought of June, July and August, 2003. This black/purple-colored effort boasts a glorious nose of violets, truffles, lead pencil shavings, blueberry and blackberry liqueur. Full-bodied with staggering concentration, a voluptuous texture, low acidity and well-integrated, melted tannins, this deep, multidimensional, profound Bordeaux is beginning to drink exceptionally well. It should continue to do so for another two decades or more. August 2014 Drink: 2014-2034 WA 100
CHÂTEAU AUSONE 2005 (1)
Saint-Émilion. Premier Grand Cru Classé
scuffed label
The 2005 Ausone is a perfect wine of the vintage. It displays crushed rock, spring flowers, blueberry and blackberry fruit, a full-bodied mouthfeel, stunning purity and richness, and perfect harmony among all of its component parts (acidity, tannin, wood, alcohol and extract). Still youthful, but oh, so promising, this wine should be set aside for another decade and drunk over the following 50-75 years. WA 100