critic reviews
94.5/100Neal Martin,Vinous
The 2005 Tertre-Rôteboeuf is a vintage that I have not tasted for several years. You would be hard pressed to discern whether you are in the presence of a great Burgundy or a great Bordeaux on the nose as it delivers exquisitely pure brambly red fruit laced with minerals. The palate is actually structured and firm, suggesting that this Saint-Émilion will benefit from further bottle age. Touches of black pepper, meat juices and sage furnish the lingering finish. This is a more "swarthy" Tertre-Rôtebouef conjured by François Mitjavile, but I can see this repaying patience. Tasted at the château.
DRINKING WINDOW 2030 - 2060
date of review 06/2025