BRIGITTE BORDEAUX

This Saturday, October 4th marks the release of the storied 2005
Bordeaux, hailed by critics to be one of the greatest vintages of the
past 100 years.

So print these expert recommendations compiled just for Vitamin V by
Sommelier James
Cluer, and get your cute little tush in line.

If you like Cabernet Sauvignon-based wines from the Medoc, try:
Château
Clarke, Listrac 2005, $39
Château Belgrave, Haut Medoc 2005, $45
Château
Clerc-Milon, Pauillac 2005, $89

If you prefer Merlot-based wines from St. Emilion and Pomerol, try:
Château
d’Aiguilhe, Cotes de Castillon 2005, $49
Château Grand Mayne, St.
Emilion Grand Cru Classe 2005, $79
Château la Fleur Petrus, Pomerol
2005, $139

Or go for the big hitters that will cellar for at least 20 years:
Château
Angelus, St. Emilion Premier Grand Cru Classe 2005, $475
Château
Leoville Las Cases, St. Julien 2005, $549 (100 points)

James Cluer Selects is a new monthly wine recommendation list based on
Cluer’s comprehensive blind tastings in each category. To susbcribe and
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