Today I am tasting the 2006 Bordeaux Superieur by Chateau Bois Redon from the commune of Boisredon in France. This Bordeaux is a blend of 75% Merlot and 25% Cabernet Sauvignon, common for a right bank Bordeaux. I found this wine for under $10 locally.
Color
The color is a medium purple red. I might even mistake it for a pinot noir. It’s a little concerning.
Aroma
The nose is tight. It shows some pepper and a little cherry aromas.
Flavor
There is a pretty intense sour cherry flavor at the start and definitely in the mid-palate. The finish is pretty weak with a tiny bit of pepper. The fruit is very lack luster and the tannins are definitely bitter. This wine is young and perhaps the tannins will improve over time, but I did let it breathe for a couple of hours before tasting it. The wine doesn’t last long on the palate and leaves a bitter dry mouth feel. It is a very light wine, so it might pair with pork, but I don’t recommend drinking it alone.
Rating
Even though it is an inexpensive Bordeaux, I wouldn’t recommend purchasing this wine. I rate it 80 points.
