Chateau L'Evangile 2005

Classification	Cru Classe
Type	Red
Brand	Chateau L'Evangile
Vintage	2005
Country	France
Region	Bordeaux, Pomerol
Grape	Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Bordeaux Blend
Volume	0,75
Condition	Perfect
Label	Perfect
Drinkable	2015-2030
Stock	0
Volume	0,75
Condition	Perfect
Label	Slightly bin stained
Drinkable	-2030
Stock	0
Volume	0,75
Condition	Perfect
Label	Bin stained
Drinkable	-2030
Stock	0
Volume	1,5
Condition	Perfect
Label	Perfect
Drinkable	2015-2030
Stock	0

Professional reviews

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.

Rene Gabriel (20)

Rene Gabriel rates this wine 20/20 points.

BOW (9.25)