Filhot - 2005 (375ml) Size:375ml and toasty barrique are found

and toasty barrique are found in this ripe

The enormous 2003 Montrose is built along the lines of the 1989 rather than the 1990

Its freshness

A dazzling expression of Champagne

22% Merlot and the rest dollops of Cabernet Franc

Filhot - 2005 (375ml) Size:375ml and toasty barrique are foundTasted blind at the 10 Year On Tasting in Sauternes. The 2005 Chteau Filhot has a simple pineapple and wax resin bouquet that needs just a little more precision. The palate is nicely balanced and straightforward, the acidity nicely judged, though just a tad conservative toward the finish. It represents a decent Sauternes that goes about its job with the minimum of fuss. Wine Advocate 86 points