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Red
2005 Frederic Esmonin Gevrey-Chambertin Clos Prieur
Pinot Noir
- France
- Burgundy
- Côte de Nuits
- Gevrey-Chambertin
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Community Tasting Notes 23
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John Nezlek wrote: 87 points
February 1, 2022 - Note: I use the recommended scale -- 85 is a very good wine.
My opinion is similar to that of Dulcie and Aylwin. Very nice bottle that has held up well over time.
Flavors not particularly pronounced, but apparent and enjoyable.
Could also be my impaired sense of smell -- head cold.
May have been slightly better on Day 2.
I have two more -- time to drink up. -
tomandlu wrote:
November 27, 2020 - corked
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Dulcie and Aylwin wrote:
August 2, 2020 - I've had this for a while: a purchase dating back to the old Sams days; oh such bargains to be had then, if one's timing was right. This not an increable bargain but a decent price. It has lasted well. Slight brick appearing in the body and a pale rim. Somewhat subdued aroma but plenty of fruit on the palate: pretty "masculine" (if we should still use such sexist terminology), a bit of an edge to it; overriding tart cherry; I agree with some on the dimensionality but hey it is a village wine.
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sunalsorises wrote: 88 points
March 10, 2019 - Tart fruit. A hint of funk. A bit light at the tip. Not bad.
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cephomer wrote: 88 points
December 26, 2016 - Drank yesterday with the turkey. Had this wine a year or so ago and my notes are consistent. The wine has plenty of life left but it's very light in style, one-dimensional and mostly fruit-driven.
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By Stephen Tanzer
March/April 2007, IWC Issue #131 (link)(Domaine Frederic Esmonin Gevrey Chambertin Clos Prieur Vieilles Vignes) Subscribe to see review text.
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By Allen Meadows
1st Quarter, 2007, Issue #25 (link)(Domaine Frédéric Esmonin Gevrey-Chambertin Clos Prieur Villages Red) Subscribe to see review text.
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By Richard Jennings
1/16/2008 (link) 89 points(Frederic Esmonin Gevrey-Chambertin Clos Prieur) Solid dark cherry red color; rosehips, strawberry nose with a touch of barnyard; tangy, tart red fruit with sap, good acidity; medium sweet tannic finish
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By Lyle Fass
6/7/2007 (link)(Frederick Esmonin Gevrey Chambertin "Clos Prieur") You know it's a good vintage when a Frederick Esmonin wine is blowing you away.Great nose of grilled meats, dark cherries, tree bark and wet earth. Palate is round and concentrated with beautfiul purity and that killer '05 balance. Tannins are there and extremely ripe but buried by a ton of fruit. Long finish and wonderful velvety texture. Another killer '05 at the low end. So many good village wines in this vintage..which is about all I can afford! So I am glad they are good.
Wine Definition
- Vintage 2005
- Type Red
- Producer Frederic Esmonin
- Varietal Pinot Noir
- Designation n/a
- Vineyard Clos Prieur
- Country France
- Region Burgundy
- SubRegion Côte de Nuits
- Appellation Gevrey-Chambertin
Community Holdings
- Pending Delivery 0 (0%)
- In Cellars 120 (36%)
- Consumed 213 (64%)
Food Pairing
No food pairings available.
Who Likes This Wine
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- ProducerFrederic Esmonin
- VarietyPinot Noir
- CountryFrance
- RegionBurgundy
- SubRegionCôte de Nuits
- AppellationGevrey-Chambertin
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