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2003 Chateau Clarke, Listrac

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2003

Avg. Rating: 90.0/100 (2 Reviews)
Winery: Chateau Clarke
Vintage: 2003
Varietal: Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon
Country: France
Region: Bordeaux
Retail Price: $$$ 26.99 USD
Created by: Nico Sanchez
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70% Merlot, 30% Cab; Appellation: Listrac-Medoc Controlee. From klwines.com: "This 2003 shows a very dense inky/purple color and charming aromas of intense ripe fruit with pure black currant, cherry and plum jam. The nose wraps up with subtle wood and mocha notes, espresso roast, toasted white bread, licorice and hints of chocolate and spices. On the palate there is a pure attack of powerful fruit followed by a deep mid palate with low acidity, ripe tannins and a textured and fleshy finish. This wine shows beautiful harmony, with impressive concentration and balance. This outstanding red Bordeaux is already extremely enjoyable and drinkable despite its youth. It will continue to evolve and mature, with potential to improve aver the next ten years. Robert Parker writes: "Clarke's 2003 may be a sleeper of the vintage. Aromas of black currants, minerals, smoke, and damp earth emerge from this dark ruby/purple-tinged, medium-bodied, pure effort. It is reasonably generous for a wine from this backwater appellation. Drink it over the next decade." (04/06)"

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2003 Chateau Clarke, Listrac
(over 2 years ago) buddy icon nasv 90.0/100
Solid blend from Bordeaux, great varietal character with respect to the merlot majority and percentage of cab. Good fruit and ripe tannins. I could detect another flavor that I am lacking vocab to describe. The nose was complex, but the finish was short. I'd be interested in trying this again after decanting an hour or two. ... + or - evals... Distinct varietal character: +, Integration: -, Expressiveness: +, Complexity: +, Connectedness: +

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2003 Chateau Clarke, Listrac
(10 months ago) buddy icon larryv 90.0/100
Bigger than I expected from a French wine, at times the tannins overwhelm. This is a wine you might want to consider decanting. Yet, still, it flourishes with oak, chocolate and vibrant spice.

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