Chateau Ausone (1ºG. Cru A) 2004. One of the vintage’s most compelling wines (what’s new about that?), Alain Vauthier’s beloved 2004 Ausone has closed down considerably since I tasted it out of barrel, but it remains among the most concentrated wines of the vintage. Furthermore, along with Petrus, it will probably be the longest-lived. A dense purple color is accompanied by a celestial perfume of blue and black fruits, wet stones, flowers, and incense. On the palate, the wine exhibits exceptional power and concentration, but this historic terroir has also provided a surreal lightness to the wine’s impression. Beautiful flavors, sensational depth, and abundant structure suggest this 2004 will not be close to full maturity for 8-10 years. It should last for four decades. Wine Advocate # 171 - Jun 2007 - Robert Parker
Vintage: 2004 Robert Parker rate: 94 Color: Red key words: Ausone, Ausone 2004, Bordeaux Ausone, Bordeaux, Bordeaux Ausone 2004
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