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<H1>Chateau Lagrave-Aubert Cotes de Castillon 2005 -- Wine Sense Shopping Cart</H1>
<B>$14.99</B>
-- <I>89 points Wine Advocate</I>
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<p>75 % Merlot, 20 % Cabernet Franc, 5 % Cabernet Sauvignon</p>
<p>This 2005 <city></city><place></place>Bordeaux has a beautiful nose of ripe berries, vanilla and roasted coffee. Full, juicy, ripe fruit flavors. Balanced acidity and fine soft tannins lead into a medium-long finish. An excellent bargain for 2005 <city></city><place></place>Bordeaux.</p>
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<p><strong>Cheese Pairings:</strong> Brie, Roquefort, Camembert</p>
<p><strong>Food Pairings:</strong> Roasted pheasant, Grilled Steak, Grilled Tofu</p>
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<LI>Vintage: 2005
<LI>Region: Bordeaux, France
<LI>Rating: 89 points
<LI>Lifespan: Drink through 2012
<LI>Grape: Blend
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