Ch. de Lisse St Emilion Grand Cru 2000

[hotwine]

I couldn't stand it, letting a cheap Bordeaux sleep without sampling. Worked up some BEEF brisket and cutlets, along with venison sausage, while sweating out back, and popped one of these with the smoked cutlets (don't recommend it; they come out pretty tough). The wine is a bit thin; Merlot is not as prominent as I expected from a St Emilion. Good nose, but tannins are a bit harsh at this point. Blend isn't specified; expected maybe 60% Merlot, 35% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Cabernet Franc, but the C.F. seems more robust, probably at the expense of the Merlot. Will Vacuvin half the bottle and sample again tomorrow night.

[This message has been edited by hotwine (edited 05-12-2003).]