Château Duhart-Milon 2008

A magnificent sleeper of the vintage, the 2008 Duhart Milon is the shrewd consumer’s wine to purchase by the case as prices do not yet reflect its qualitative resurgence. Composed of 73% Cabernet Sauvignon and 27% Merlot that came in at 13.09% alcohol, it is a surprisingly intense effort displaying a marvelous texture, plenty of black currant, licorice, unsmoked cigar tobacco and earthy characteristics, a full-bodied mouthfeel and stunning purity as well as density. Enjoy this top-notch 2008 over the next 20-25 years.

91-93 Barrel sample. Structured and juicy at the same time, this is a fragrantly fruity wine. It is rich, but with intense freshness as well. The final taste brings in a more firm, dark texture.

Tasted blind. Blackish crimson. Very slightly tarty but no one could object to this. There is sweetness, freshness and Pauillac character. (JR)

Far too young, but someone has to taste these in the name of science. With air and effort, smoke, tobacco, blackberry and earthy scents leads to a fresh, crisp, tannic, young Pauillac with good concentration that will be more fun to drink in 6-10 years. From a blend of 73% Cabernet Sauvignon and 27% Merlot, the wine reached 13.1% ABV.

Lovely red-fruit notes. The palate is precise and flavorful, with a very attractive finish.

Fresh attack, taut mid-palate, firm tannins, fine length, quite linear, slight hardness on the finish.