A punch of bright plummy fruits, a little austere on the finish but one that you feel will age well. Mocha and coffee bean through the mid palate, keeping things moving right along at a fair pace, with a generous handful of rosemary and sage spice on the finish. Harvest 16 September to October 1. Always one of the real value picks in St-Estèphe.
2020 - Rated 93 - Decanter
On the nose, elegance, racy and offering harmony/subtlety, fullness, depth and controlled freshness. Notes of pulpy boysenberry, bright blue fruits and more slightly bright strawberry...
2020 - Rated 95 - VertdeVin 95 points
Dark ruby, opaque core, purple reflections, discreet brightening on rim. Black cherries, a hint of sour cherry, fine wood savoriness, nuances of tobacco...
2020 - Rated 93 - Falstaff
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