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Baron Philippe de Rothschild St. Émiliontext
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15¾/20

Baron Philippe de Rothschild St. Émilion 1998

Saint Émilion, Libourne, Bordeaux, FranceA non-wooded blend of 75 to 80 percent merlot mixed with cabernet sauvignon and cabernet franc. The colour is a terrific, deep, dark red. Peppery, earthy, toasty aromas with light plum, cherry and barnyard tones. Round and elegant with light tannins and a spicy, orange rind, olive, barnyard and tobacco flavours. Ready to drink now or keep a year. Tasted: 01 October 2001Tasted by: Anthony GismondiPrices:
BC$21.85750ml 
Producer: Baron Philippe de Rothschild - FranceDistributors: Charton-Hobbs
Blend: Merlot - Cabernet Sauvignon - Cabernet Franc