L'Evangile

L'Evangile

Vintage: 2009
Description: "An astonishing effort from the Rothschild family, the 2009 lEvangile may be the reference point offering from this estate for decades to come. A blend of 95% Merlot and 5% Cabernet Franc aged in 100% new oak, with 15% natural alcohol, it exhibits a sumptuous bouquet of caramels, black raspberry liqueur, blackberries, violets, graphite and truffles. Thick, viscous flavors are reminiscent of such super-ripe vintages as 1982, 1959, 1949 and 1947. The striking aromatics, massive, full-bodied mouthfeel and multilayered palate that resembles a skyscraper in the mouth offer an abject lesson in great winemaking, extraordinary terroir, and the ability to combine power with precision, elegance and freshness. This is unquestionably a huge wine, but it also possesses mindboggling complexity and finesse. Because of its sheer extract and velvety personality, it will be drinkable in 4-5 years, and will keep for four decades or more where well-stored. The most profound LEvangile ever made?" - Robert Parker, Wine Advocate #199 (Dec 22, 2011)
Price: $ 425.00
Price in original currency: None

Available from Belmont Wine Exchange

Address: 1091 Industrial Road, Suite 107
San Carlos, CA  94070
United States
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First added to 1000 Corks on June 8, 2015.