The Duke continues his quest to bring you the best values he can find from Bordeaux. Today we have 2005 Domaine de Courteillac, noted by Wine Spectator as one of their picks of the 50 best wines to buy from the vintage. They rated it 90 points and proclaimed, "Dark in color, exhibiting beautiful aromas of blackberry, coffee and milk chocolate. Full-bodied, with silky tannins and a light toasty oak and citrus fruit aftertaste. Balanced and pretty." Parker also weighed in: "This lower pedigree wine represents undeniable quality/value rapport in 2005. This vintage is so deep in quality among the better run, less heralded estates, that these wines should appeal to readers looking for terrific values from Bordeaux. Most of these wines are Merlot-based and will be drinkable young. Sleeper of the vintage." Perhaps the steady hand of consulting winemaker Michel Rolland has had some bearing on this as well.

If you are looking for Bordeaux that can be consumed in the near term, look no further! Call the Duke and stock up on this beauty. Meant to sell for $23.00, we have it on sale for $21.00 per bottle. Buy 6 or more and your price is $19.55 each - a savings of 15%!

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P. S. The Duke's super sale on Bordeaux wines mentioned in previous emails continues unabated!! Follow this link for the details.