Chateau Kirwan 2005

Classification	Troisième Cru Classé
Type	Red
Brand	Chateau Kirwan
Vintage	2005
Country	France
Region	Bordeaux, Margaux
Grape	Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Bordeaux Blend
Volume	0,75
Condition	Perfect
Label	Perfect
Drinkable	2016-2035
Stock	0
Volume	0,75
Condition	Perfect
Label	Perfect
Drinkable	2016-2035
Stock	0

Professional reviews

Robert Parker (92)

I remember tasting a number of Kirwans from the 19th century that had held up surprisingly well for over 100 years. While the 2005 will probably not last that long, it may be one of the finest wines this estate has made in the last fifty years. This brilliant, full-bodied, powerful, broodingly backward Margaux exhibits a dense purple hue along with notes of charcoal, licorice, blackberries, and graphite. Exceptionally concentrated, possessing high tannin, zesty acidity, and a 45-second finish, it should be purchased only by patient connoisseurs. Anticipated maturity: 2016-2035

Winespectator (93)

Has loads of coffee, blackberry and cigar box aromas, turning to crushed blackberry. Full-bodied, with big, chewy tannins and an aftertaste of vanilla, blackberry and espresso. Mouthpuckering. Very concentrated and structured for this wine.

Rene Gabriel (17)

Rene Gabriel rates this wine 17/20 points.