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Label 1651A-09

Chateau Talbot - 2009

Chateau Talbot - 2009

Country
France
Region
Bordeaux
Appellation
Saint-Julien
UPC
0 15643 25008 8
0 15643 85749 2
Red Wine
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1651-09
1651A-09
Product Ratings
James Suckling 94pt

Aromas of cocoa powder and currants, follow through to a full body, with ultra-fine tannins and a juicy, berry and chocolate aftertaste. Lovely polish to this.

by James Suckling, 2012
Wine Advocate 91pt

Extremely sexy, soft, supple and opulent, with notes of cedar, herbs, incense and black currant fruit, this is a full-bodied, generously endowed but silky Talbot to drink now and over the next 20+ years. By any standard of measurement, this is irresistible.

by Wine Advocate, 2012
Wine Enthusiast 93pt

Initially generous, the wine then becomes much more solid and dense. The structure is all there along with the ripest fruit. It is delicious and darkly tannic at the same time.

by Wine Enthusiast, 2012
Wine Spectator 91pt

Dark plum and blueberry compote notes lead the way, followed by dark cocoa and tobacco. A fleshy feel runs throughout, with a stony edge adding length and balance on the finish. Best from 2013 through 2021. –JM

by Wine Spectator, 2012
James Suckling 94pt

Aromas of cocoa powder and currants, follow through to a full body, with ultra-fine tannins and a juicy, berry and chocolate aftertaste. Lovely polish to this.

by James Suckling, 2012
Wine Advocate 91pt

Extremely sexy, soft, supple and opulent, with notes of cedar, herbs, incense and black currant fruit, this is a full-bodied, generously endowed but silky Talbot to drink now and over the next 20+ years. By any standard of measurement, this is irresistible.

by Wine Advocate, 2012
Wine Enthusiast 93pt

Initially generous, the wine then becomes much more solid and dense. The structure is all there along with the ripest fruit. It is delicious and darkly tannic at the same time.

by Wine Enthusiast, 2012
Wine Spectator 91pt

Dark plum and blueberry compote notes lead the way, followed by dark cocoa and tobacco. A fleshy feel runs throughout, with a stony edge adding length and balance on the finish. Best from 2013 through 2021. –JM

by Wine Spectator, 2012

Vintage

Described by the great Bordeaux buffs of the past as 'quintessential claret', Saint-Julien manages to live up to its reputation in vintage after vintage. In 2009 the extra concentration from low-yielding ripe Cabernet Sauvignon has added richness and depth for long ageing, while fragrance, harmony and balance remain the hallmarks. Thanks to the perfect conditions at vintage time, picking dates were consistent throughout the appellation. The chateaux are very true to their soil and style, with a vigor and energy not found in lesser vintages.The best will improve over three decades, perhaps more.

Tasting notes

This beautiful wine reveals a dense purple red color. In the nose appear scents of graphite, licorice and sweet black cherries. On the palate, it is medium-bodied and shows a very smooth texture, mature tannins as well as a nice acidity. The finish combines perfectly the darkness of the vintage and the freshness of a great Cabernet.

History

Legend relates that the name of this imposing estate originates with Connetable Talbot, a famous English warrior, defeated at the battle of Castillonin 1453. Talbot is one of the Medoc's oldest estates, its glory never tainted. Through the years it has been fortunate enough to remain in good hands. The owners are Nancy BignonCordier and her family. They are the fourth generation of Cordiers to manage this Saint-Julien fourth classified growth.

Technical data

Appellation: Saint-Julien, 4th Grand Cru Classe in 1855
Surface Area: 104 ha
Soil: Medoc's gravelly soil
Density: 7700 plants/ha
Vines average age: 50 years
Pruning: Medoc Double Guyot pruning
Cultivation: Plowing 4 traditional ways
Harvest: By hand
Sorting: In the vineyard and at the sorting table
Vinification: In woodenvats
Maturing: 50% new barrels
Harvest 2009: From September 29th to October 13th
Blend 2009: 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 5% Petit Verdot
Bottling date: From May 09th to May 27th 2011

History

Legend relates that the name of this imposing estate originates with Connetable Talbot, a famous English warrior, defeated at the battle of Castillon in 1453. Talbot is one of the Medoc's oldest estates, its glory never tainted. Through the years it has been fortunate enough to remain in good hands. The owners are Nancy BignonCordier and her family. They are the fourth generation of Cordiers to manage this Saint-Julien fourth classified growth.

Vintage

After a rainy autumn, the land is restoring his groundwater in a harsh winter. The followed summer is drying with cool nights during the harvest season from late September to 15 October to pick healthy grapes perfectly ripe. Those allowed our plots produce fruit at this point concentrates (tannins, sugar and acidity). The development of 2010 was attached to take the best of these three components to achieve a great wine to lay witness to a prodigal nature and know-how in progress.

Tasting notes

This wine has an impression of subtlety found in aromatic nuances that mingle with notes of plum comfit, roast, supported by a cozy wooded. Mouth dense, expanded, fleshy, shows beautiful deep tannins ending on solid liquorices character.
Opaque plum/ruby color and notes of creme de cassis, licorice, roasted herbs and smoky barbecue. It's a brilliant effort, with full body, wonderful fruit, a savory, expansive mouthfeel, sensational texture and a long finish.

Technical notes

Appellation: Saint-Julien, 4th Grand Cru Classe in 1855
Surface Area: 105 ha
Soil: Medoc's gravelly soil
Density: 7700 plants/ha
Vines average age: 50 years
Pruning: Medoc Double Guyot pruning
Cultivation: Plowing 4 traditional ways
Harvest: By hand
Sorting: In the vineyard and at the sorting table
Vinification: In woodenvats
Maturing: 50% new barrels
Harvest 2010: From September 29th to October 15th
Blend 2010: 62% Cabernet Sauvignon, 33% Merlot, 5% Petit Verdot
Bottling date: From May 14th to June 05th 2012