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Chateau De Courteillac Merlot Cabernet Sauvignon 2008 Wine Review

Chateau De Courteillac Merlot Cabernet Sauvignon 2008

Chateau De Courteillac Merlot Cabernet Sauvignon 2008

Bordeaux, France

Community Score:89/100

Community Reviews: 6

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Price: $11.95

Drink: Now

Bottle size: 750 ml

Alcohol: 12.2%

Sweetness: Extra Dry

Wine Type: Red Wine


Winery: Chateau de Courteillac

Agent: Kirkwood Diamond Canada Partnership

Natalie's Score: 86/100

Terrific value for this rustic, robust red with blackcurrants and blackberries. A smoky-oak finish.

This Chateau De Courteillac Merlot Cabernet Sauvignon 2008 was reviewed on April 26, 2010 by Natalie MacLean

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Pricing & Stock Information

  • BCLDB
  • 250662
  • $12.53 
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Reviews and Ratings

Toby rated this wine as 90/100
Darlene Myers - CAPS Student rated this wine as 89/100 with the following review:

A terrific value Bordeaux and very fruity on the palate. Medium bodied with aromas of licorice and oak with flavors to match. A nice easy to drink Bordeaux that will pair well with pasta, cheese and grilled meats.
Dianne Sheridan - Sommelier rated this wine as 88/100 with the following review:

A great wine from the Bordeaux Region. I decanted this wine for an hour.

Extra dry, medium bodied, smooth and well balanced. Aromas of plum, oak, blackberries and vanilla. Strong berry flavours. Lovely smooth berry finish with soft tannins.

Serve with big meat dishes and hearty dishes.
Sufian Azm reviewed this wine as follows:

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Community Reviewer reviewed this wine as follows:

Deep red colour with a garnet tinge. Nose of blackcurrant and rich ripe fruit. Round and fruity, well structured and smooth finish

Source: NB Liquor Stores

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