2011 Château Henri Bonnaud Palette Rouge

Community Tasting Notes (5) Avg Score: 89.5 points

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  6/14/2019 - Ncjordan wrote: flawed

  BAsed on the generally consistent positive reviews on this wine, I conclude that this bottle was horribly flawed. There is a persistent Bizarre aroma coming from the glass. It smells uncannily exactly like cat shit. Atbfirstminthlught maybe some weird native local grape varietals cofermenting and making an out-there southern French wine from a small appellation, but it’s Pretty Unmistakeable and foul. I’m curious as to what the compound or flaw in this bottle could be? If anyone knows, please do share in the comments ��

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  4/19/2019 - Saint-Exupéry Likes this wine: 91 Points

  Still quite youthful but better integrated than 2 years ago. Nose of plums, blackcurrant and licorice. Ripe tannins and ample supporting acidity. The 15% alcohol are quite well hidden. Full bodied but not too heavy. Drink over the next 7 - 8 years.

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  11/10/2017 - Marius Cavasdan Likes this wine: 90 Points

  Its a red blend of Grenache, Mourvedre and old vines Carignan from Provence smallest wine appelation - Palette.
  Aged for 18 months in foudres and barrels. Its a 15% monster but with velvet gloves. Color is still young showing hints of garnet. Nose is with black fruits, blackcurrant, kirsch. Some licorice. Smooth tannins. The 15% alchohol is perfectly integrated. Nice one.

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  5/11/2017 - Saint-Exupéry Likes this wine: 89 Points

  Purchased at the winery. A bit more modern and glossy compared to other vintages. Opulent red berry nose, with the Grenache in the blend clearly dominating. Sweet plums and blackberry aromatics with a nice mineral element. Good structure and just a touch of heat. Judging from previous experiences with this wine I see some upside potential for this wine. The 2007 is still drinking very well.

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  5/12/2016 - jmcmchi wrote: 88 Points

  Grenache, Mourvedre, Carignan (vieilles vignes), part aged in barriques and foudres
  
  Rich spicy nose, hints of herbs
  
  Smooth mineral stone and spice, rounded, leading to finish of dark berries and white pepper. Tannins persist on side of tongue
  
  Big and assertive, but more balanced than 15% alcohol might suggest

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