2005 Château Patache d'Aux Médoc Médoc Bordeaux France Wine Tasting Note
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2005
Château Patache d'Aux (Médoc)
Starting to drop its fruit and focus on its earthy, cedar and tobacco character, this medium-bodied, red berry filled wine requires drinking in the immediate future. 3,183 Views Tasted Aug 12, 2020 |
When to Drink Chateau Patache d'Aux, Anticipated Maturity, Decanting Time
Chateau Patache d'Aux can be enjoyed on the young side with little decanting, perhaps 1 hour or so. This allows the wine to soften and open its perfume. Older vintages might need very little decanting, just enough to remove the sediment. Older vintages might need very little decanting, just enough to remove the sediment.
Chateau Patache d'Aux is usually better with at least 1-3 years of bottle age. Of course, that can vary slightly, depending on the vintage character. Chateau Patache d'Aux offers its best drinking and should reach peak maturity between 2-9 years of age after the vintage.
Serving and Decanting Chateau Patache d'Aux with Wine, Food, Pairing Tips
Chateau Patache d'Aux is best served at 15.5 degrees Celsius, 60 degrees Fahrenheit. The cool, almost cellar temperature gives the wine more freshness and lift. The wine of Chateau Patache d'Aux is best served with all types of classic meat dishes, veal, pork, beef, lamb, duck, game, roast chicken, roasted, braised, and grilled dishes.
Chateau Patache d'Aux is a perfect match with Asian dishes, hearty fish courses like tuna, mushrooms, and pasta as well as cheese.