Château La Bienfaisance, Sanctus de la Bienfaisance 2009

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"This is the luxury cuvee from 7.5 acres in the La Bienfaisance vineyard. Yields were frightfully low in 2009, 19 hectoliters per hectare, largely because of the May 12 hailstorm that devastated a band of St.-Emilion estates. The final blend of 65% Merlot and 35% Cabernet Franc has a whopping 14.8% alcohol, but it doesnt show whatsoever, another characteristic of the concentration and density of fruit in 2009, combined with very sweet tannins and loads of freshness and vibrancy. Inky blue/purple., with notes of blueberry, graphite, espresso, and earth, this wine is full-bodied, opulent, dense, and richly textured. It should drink well for 15-20+ years."Quelle: "The Wine Advocate, issue 188" 91-93 Punkte

"Offers beautiful fruit, with berry and currant aromas that follow through to a medium body, with a solid core of fruit and a medium silky finish.J.S." 88-91 Punkte

"Le vignoble a été grêlé cette année, ce qui n'empêche pas cette belle réussite que j'attribue à la forte proportion de cabernet franc (30%). Le degré d'alcool est à 14,50 ; le pH à 3,65. La couleur est intense, belle, profonde. Nez fruité, très mûr. La bouche se distingue par son goût, la qualité de son toucher et son caractère plein. Finale séveuse, finement aromatique et juteuse. C'est vraiment bon et un succès de l'année."© Copyright www.quarin.com, Jean-Marc Quarin (JMQ). 88-89 Punkte

"Rich, beautifully structured wine from a 14 acre vineyard. Wood is there for the polish, with acidity and the finest, elegant structure."Quelle: WINE ENTHUSIAST 92-94 Punkte