152 . CHÂTEAU DUCRU- BEAUCAILLOU LA CROIX DE BEAUCAILLOU 2005 BORDEAUX - FRANCE
Unbelievably complex and extremely well-balanced , this wine is bursting with notes of black cherry , oak , and a hint of smokiness . Earthy and dry , with tobacco , leather , tart plums and crisp acidity . Pairs well with beef and venison . Ready to drink .
Munford Family Value : $ 120
153 . CHRISTOPHE SEMASKA CHÂTEAU DE MONTHLYS 2014 RHÔNE - FRANCE
Fresh and lively , with an herbal edge to its cedar , dried flowers and mulled red and black fruits , the 2014 Côte Rôtie Château de Montlys is medium-bodied , rounded and nicely textured on the palate . Possessing sweet tannin , juicy acidity and solid mid-palate depth and richness . Drink through 2028 .
Shang Family Value : $ 143
154 . CHÂTEAU LALANDE-BORIE 2009 SAINT JULIEN BORDEAUX - FRANCE
Stylish , with perfumy black tea and smoldering charcoal aromas followed by lightly mulled plum , fig and blackberry fruit . An echo of juniper shows on the mineral-edged finish . Drink now through 2024 .
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Shang Family Value : $ 130
155 . CHÂTEAU TALBOT SAINT-JULIEN 2005 BORDEAUX - FRANCE
This wine boasts rich , purple-reds , not inky but full of life and intensity right through the body of the wine . On the palate you find touches of caramel and sweet , ripe fruit that ' s handled expertly . It has an effortless balance that just makes you so happy to be drinking this wonderful vintage . Drink through 2045 .
Priscilla and Francis Law Value : $ 120
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