One of the top successes of the vintage, this blend of 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 45% Merlot and the rest Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot was harvested between October 8 and 24. The late harvest ensured perfect ripeness as evidenced by the sweet bouquet of black cherries, lead pencil shavings, cassis and subtle barbecue smoke. Well-balanced with good acidity, ripe tannins, medium to full body and a layered mouthfeel, this excellent 2008 can be drunk now and over the next 15+ years. - WA, RP (5/2011)
(a blend of 55% cabernet sauvignon, 40% merlot, 3% petit verdot and 2% cabernet franc) Deep inky red. Profound but reticent nose suggests at ripe blackcurrant, plum and black pepper, as well as a hint of sawdust. Very full and rich but nicely balanced thanks to harmonious acids, with persistent blackberry and plum flavors and a strong spine of tannins that will take years to resolve. Still, this strikes me as a potentially superb vintage for Pape-Clement.- Ian D'Agata (05/2009)
Producer: Pape Clement
Vintage: 2008
Varietal: Red Blend
Country: France
Region: Bordeaux
Sub-Region: Pessac Leognan
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