Girolate
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Girolate 2009 Barrel sample Red
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91-93 Barrel sample. Firm tannins, with some extract, bitter chocolate, dark coffee, almost dry tannins, very dense in character.
— R.V.
(8/9/2010)
Girolate 2005 Merlot
This 100% Merlot from the Entre-deux-Mers, made in the style of a grand cru, is rich, spicy and full of superripe blackberry flavors. From low yielding, high density vines, it is big and concentrated, with hints of wood under the weight of the fruit.
— R.V.
(6/1/2008)
Girolate 2009 Barrel sample White (Bordeaux Blanc)
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90-92 Barrel sample. A big, rich wine, with lively fresh citric balance, enrobed in swathes of ripe apricots, and a touch of wood spice.
— R.V.
(8/9/2010)
Girolate 2004 Red
- $120
The Despagne family returned to tradition with the making of Girolate, planting a vineyard to the former high density, keeping winemaking simple. This is the 2004, the latest release. Reflecting the heat of that vintage, it is soft, textured, rich and spicy, with a southern warmth, pure superripe Merlot.
— R.V.
(6/1/2007)
Girolate 2003 Red
- $90
The Despagne family returned to tradition with the making of Girolate, planting a vineyard to the former high density, keeping winemaking simple. This is the 2003, the latest release. Reflecting the heat of that vintage, it is soft, textured, rich and spicy, with a southern warmth. Pure superripe Merlot.
— R.V.
(11/1/2007)
Girolate 2006 Red
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Made in a traditional, gravity-operated cellar with 100% Merlot from a densely planted vineyard, this is an impressive wine that manages to tread a fine line between considerable richness and a more restrained, dry tannin and fresh fruit character. Although it does quickly fall apart with decanting or air, it is worth aging, for at least 3–4 years.
— R.V.
(12/1/2009)
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