Pessac-Leognan

Pessac-Leognon
2005 Chateau Picque Caillou - I bought this one from Bistro Moulin for $75 to blind-taste Ben Edwards and Arturo Salazar. It tasted austere. There was not much fruit, but that’s why I like the wines from this part of Bordeaux. There were some nuances of cedar and resin. I saved some for the next day and it didn’t taste much better. Last tasted fall of 2010 Drink now 
2004 Château Le Pape – Pessac Leognan – 70% Merlot and 30% Cabernet Sauvignon. I get a dark berries and really funky ammonia quality that reminds me of the skin of brie cheese. The color looks like it could stain your feet purple like fresh ink would. The 30 year-old vines are at the highest elevation in Pessac Leognan and Chateau Carbonnieux is next door. This winery has been around since the 12th Century and was owned by Bishop Clement before he became a pope. See what wine is capable of? This was left over from a Bicyclette tasting. Kris took a left-over half bottle of Viader and I took this. I think I got the better deal. Last tasted 2007 Drink now-2015 
2004 Ch. Olivier, Pessac Leognan (rouge) - I felt like I was back in Bordeaux drinking from a wine skin. It was very clean. I remember staggering around town with purple teeth looking in all the wine shops and market places. I got to meet Damien's old boss who had tried to set up a tasting for me. I groveled in mortification. Last tasted 2007 Drink now-2015 
2003 Carmes Haut-Brion (Pessac-Leognon) - Real ripe, hot vintage with peppery nuances. This wine showcased bright fruit and reminded me of a 00' Ch Magdelaine. The aromatics were more enjoyable than the mouthfeel, probably because the wine is too young to be drunk. Kind of austere, yet nice and luscious. Last tasted 2007 Drink now-2015 