Chateau la Croix St Georges 2008

Classification	Cru Classe
Type	Red
Producer	Chateau la Croix St Georges
Vintage	2008
Country	France
Main region	Bordeaux
Region	Graves
Grape	Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Bordeaux Blend
Alcohol %	14%
Volume	0,75
Condition	Perfect
Label	Perfect
Drinkable	-2028
Stock	12

Professional reviews

Robert Parker (94)

A brilliant effort from proprietor Jean-Philippe Janoueix, this blend of 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Franc possesses an inky purple color as well as a gorgeous perfume of melted chocolate, blackberries, black cherries, licorice, new saddle leather, lead pencil shavings, and a touch of new oak. While dense, powerful, full-bodied, and built for the long haul, the tannins are sweet, and the acids give the wine precision. This long, deep, impressive 2008 should be approachable in 2-3 years, and last for two decades.

Winespectator (90)

This has a concentrated nose of ultraripe blackberry and licorice. Full-bodied, with ripe yet racy tannins and a medium finish. Well-structured.

Rene Gabriel (18)

Rene Gabriel rates this wine 18/20 points.