ON-136887

Château Faizeau Vieilles Vignes 2008, Ac Montagne Saint émilion

Bordeaux (Merlot Based) Bordeaux (Merlot Based)
Bordeaux, France

$24.00 (136887)

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5
January 07, 2012

Critic Reviews (2)

David Lawrason
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David Lawrason

This a fresh, lively and juicy young merlot-based red with a generous but soft nose of violets, blackberry, herbs...

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John Szabo, MS
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John Szabo, MS

Another modern rendition from Faizeau here, with almost reductive rubbery character and notable wood influence. This...

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Lisa  Lorenz
Lisa Lorenz

Really nice one...but a bit pricey for what is being offered. had some other beautiful vintages I thought were better - i.e Chateau Timoulet St. Emillion Grand Cru - which was better.

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Philip Coville
Philip Coville

As suggested, this has been in cellar for a couple of years. The result is as stated, a pretty decent bottle. There is dark berry, field herbs and wood in ample supple. The finish is medium to long and a bit drying.

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