Château Clerc Milon 2005

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Château Clerc Milon 2005

Producer: Château Clerc Milon | Appellation: Pauillac, Bordeaux, France
Vintage: 2005 | Classification: Fifth Growth (Cinquième Cru Classé, 1855)
Blend: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, Carménère
Drinking Window: 2015–2045+ | Aging Potential: 30+ years

The Wine

The 2005 Château Clerc Milon is a superb expression of Pauillac from one of Bordeaux’s greatest modern vintages. The near-perfect growing season delivered exceptional ripeness, structure, and concentration, producing wines of remarkable longevity and balance.

Clerc Milon combines the power typical of Pauillac with a refined, polished style that has become increasingly precise under the ownership of the Rothschild family (also proprietors of Château Mouton Rothschild). The 2005 vintage stands as one of the estate’s finest achievements.

Tasting Notes

Nose: Intense aromas of blackcurrant, blackberry, and cassis layered with cedar, graphite, cigar box, and hints of violet and spice.

Palate: Full-bodied and structured, with dense dark fruit framed by firm, fine-grained tannins. Notes of cocoa, tobacco, crushed stone, and subtle vanilla add complexity.

Finish: Long, powerful, and persistent, with classic Pauillac minerality and elegant oak integration.

Producer Details

Château Clerc Milon is located in the heart of Pauillac and has been owned by the Rothschild family since 1970. Significant investment in both vineyard and cellar has elevated the estate’s quality, producing wines that consistently overperform their classification and offer strong ageing potential.

Wine Details

Vinification: Fermented in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats; aged approximately 16–18 months in French oak (around 40–50% new)
Alcohol Content: ~13–13.5% ABV
Cellaring: Drinking beautifully now with decanting, but capable of ageing gracefully through 2045+

Food Pairing Suggestions

Ideal with:
– Roast lamb or beef
– Ribeye steak
– Game dishes
– Truffle-infused dishes
– Aged hard cheeses