In praise of a gem: Chateau de Sainte Gemme 2005

Chateau de Sainte Gemme 2005
Haut Medoc, Bordeaux. 13% $24 dollars or so.

www.sainte-gemme.com

I love when the LCBO brings in gems like this. Why is it a gem? it delivers great bang for the buck, of course.

To elaborate:

+ It shows that a wine doesnt have to be expensive to be great to drink.
+ It already had mellowing time in the bottle, so when you get it it's ready to drink. And what a joy to drink (no extreme decanting needed).
+ It shows the region and the producer well. This is a great example of what happens to a humble Haut Medoc of a great year (2005) after a few years in bottle.

So you want a classy wine that will swoon your date? fear not, this delivers the goods. No need to drop mad loot for a classy experience.

This will make believers of heathens, I dare you to find a Californian wine this tasty and sexy for this price.

Tasting note? sure:

Clean. Polished aromas of very ripe cherries, roses, and a bit of vanilla. Im daring to say a bit of lead pencil. Low to Mid acidity, soft tannins, great body, lengthy finish.
A joy to drink.

I invite you to pick up a bottle, pick pleasant company and enjoy this sweet ride.