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Hosanna 2004

RegionBordeaux
Subregion France > Bordeaux > Right Bank > Pomerol
ColourRed
TypeStill
Grape VarietyMerlot/Cabernet Franc

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Tasting Notes

More structured and tannic than usual, the 2004 Hosanna reveals a noble bouquet of spring flowers, cedar, menthol, and caramelized sweet black cherries and currants. The flavors are rich, savory, and medium to full-bodied, but strong tannins appear in the finish, suggesting 3-4 years of bottle age will be beneficial. It should drink nicely for 12-15+ years thereafter.

90
Robert Parker, Wine Advocate (171), June 2007
91+
Farr Vintners, Southwold Bordeaux Tasting, January 2008

A blend of 70% Merlot and 30% Cabernet Franc, this cuvee, which typically possesses aromatic and flavor profiles that mimic Cheval Blanc (their vineyards are less than a mile apart), boasts a deep ruby color as well as a sweet perfume of menthol, dried herbs, mulberries, kirsch, raspberries, and cherries. With a finesse-filled, medium-bodied, well-balanced personality, this lovely, highly successful 2004 will be drinkable young yet age nicely for 12-15 years.

89/91
Robert Parker, Wine Advocate (165), June 2006
90/92
Robert Parker, Wine Advocate (158), April 2005
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