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Robert Parker (95)
L’Evangile’s sublime 2005, a blend of 85% Merlot and 15% Cabernet Franc, is the first wine made in their brand new cuverie. Sadly, there are fewer than 3,500 cases of this deep purple-colored offering. A gorgeous nose of meat juices, black raspberries, chocolate, espresso, and notions of truffle oil as well as smoke is followed by a full-bodied Pomerol displaying sweet tannin, a flawless texture, and stunning complexity. While surprisingly showy and forward for a l’Evangile, it will undoubtedly shut down over the next year or so. Anticipated maturity: 2012-2030.
Winespectator (100)
Dark in color, almost purple black, with pure tapenade and hints of ripe plum and berry. Full-bodied, with layer upon layer of velvety tannins and chocolate, berry, vanilla and tea flavors. Lasts for minutes. I am blown away by this wine. This has been amazing since the moment I tasted it from barrel. Reminds me of the superb 1950.
James Suckling (100)
The classicism in this L'Evangile has always seduced me with its subtle brown sugar, black olive, cedar, black truffle and dark fruit. Full body yet tight and extremely polished. Very layered and fine-grain textured. A perfect example of Pomerol. Always a perfect wine.
Jancis Robinson (18)
Tasted blind. Blackish crimson. Very rich and heady on the nose. Hedonistic. Polish. The creamy fruit just about obliterates the well-managed tannins. Intense and creamy. Not too hot on the end. Classy stuff.
Rene Gabriel (20)
Rene Gabriel rates this wine 20/20 points.
BOW (8.75)
Falstaff (98)
Dark ruby, purple reflections, discreet brightening on the rim. Superb nose of truffle and liquorice, dark berry confit underneath, fine spiciness from noble wood, floral touch, very multifaceted bouquet. Juicy, a texture like velvet and silk, finest tannins, finely structured, mineral, seems immensely fresh and balanced, all muscle and concentration, lasts for minutes, yes, classics of the future are laid out like this. Has not yet reached the first drinking peak, but already gives a good idea of where the journey is heading. Pure luxury.
