2004 Camille
2,100 cases. Aged 21 months in 60% new French oak and 40% neutral French oak barrels. 64% Merlot, 23% Cabernet Franc, 13% Cabernet Sauvignon.
Wine Spectator: 90 Points
"Velvety, round and generous with its cherry and sassafras flavors, gliding over refined tannins to a long, savory finish. Needs time to become silky in the bottle. Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon. Best from 2008 through 2012."
Wine Enthusiast: 92 Points
"Soft aromas with a mix of plum, berry, melon and smooth mocha. The scents envelop you and the flavors follow; good, still tight, still firm, still showing a little bit of green tea in the tannins. It's structured well, with a forward, lush, roundness from the Merlot, backed with more assertive tannins and some moist earth flavors from the Cab Franc. Just a hint of coffee comes through at the end."
The Wine Advocate: 92 Points
"The 2004 Camille is a blend of 64% Merlot, 23% Cabernet Franc, and 13 % Cabernet Sauvignon. The nose offers up toasty oak, some pleasant herbaceousness from the Cabernet Franc, as well as red and black currants and a hint of leather. On the palate there is excellent depth and concentration, broad spicy flavors, and a long, pure finish. The ripe tannins are nicely integrated and should allow from 5-7 years of further development. This classy effort should drink well through 2040."
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