resonant finish

Andrea Franchetti remembers walking through the vineyards and hearing the crackling sound of leaves as they disintegrated in the dry weather

Outstanding Bollinger

There is very good concentration to the solidly voluminous and powerful medium weight plus flavors that conclude in a robust

By contrast there is good tension and freshness to the intensely mineral-driven flavors that also possess excellent delineation on the racy

Belgrave Size:24x375ml resonant finishThe 2005 Belgrave is a gorgeous Haut Mdoc. Bold and punchy, the 2005 has plenty of richness and power. Succulent black cherry, mocha, tobacco licorice, dried herbs, mint, gravel and crushed flowers abound. I imagine the 2005 still has another decade of fine drinking to offer. It sure is impressive, that much is obvious.