Château Clerc Milon 2000 is an astonishing achievement for a Fifth Growth Bordeaux from this great vintage. It is drinking exceptionally well now, though will also reward a little more cellaring.

Clerc Milon is a wonderful opportunity to taste the great 2000 Bordeaux vintage at a modest price when compared to Pauillac’s more famous growths. Clerc Milon is also an affordable alternative to its First Growth sibling, Château Mouton-Rothschild.

In fact, some critics have argued that Clerc Milon has even surpassed Mouton-Rothschild in sheer quality in certain vintages.

“Aromatic nose combines cassis,minerals, mint, shoe polish and sexy oak...lovely racy cassis and mineral flavors, a smooth texture and attractively restrained sweetness. Finishes aromatic and long, with thoroughly ripe tannins.” Stephen Tanzer, International Wine Cellar (May/June 2003)

“Château Clerc-Milon is a dark horse, a featherweight boxer that can pack a mighty punch.” eRobertParker.com (April 2003)