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2005 Bordeaux's, anyone buying these?

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10/17/09 at 6:29pm
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2005 Bordeaux's, anyone buying these?

My buddy who is an avid wine drinker says these are pretty good.

I picked up a case of assorted ones today, $15-$40 range, left and right bank.

I just drank a Chateau Coufman, from the left bank, although surprisingly its 85% merlot.

This is a pretty good sipping wine, and was ready to drink now, not too dry, very filtered with strong chocolate notes.

It isn't a really great wine compared to what I heard about the 2005's, but then again this was one of the cheaper ones I got.

Does anyone else have some feedback on the 2005 Bordeaux's?
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10/22/09 at 3:27am
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I've tried a few in the $15 range and for the most part I felt they were very good. In the $15 price range they tend to be unknowns to me but at that price I don't mind taking a chance at finding something I may want to stock up on.

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Paul Prudhomme

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10/27/09 at 7:38am
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I tried a 2005 Chateu Olivier this past weekend. Grand Cru, about $15. A very respectable and drinkable bottle although a bit thin and less developed than what I had hoped for.

I think the most wonderful thing in the world is another chef. I'm always excited about learning new things about food.
Paul Prudhomme

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11/12/09 at 9:42am
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I like that Bordeaux offers a variety of wines under $25 it really allows you to experience a variety of different wines without breaking the budget. If you are looking for different budget friendly Bordeaux's check out EnjoyBordeaux they have a great selection of wines under $25 dollars and they will even help you pair a wine with your meal.
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