...rich, perfumed wine, with dense tannins and intense layers of black plum and spice. The palate is firmly built yet broadened out by plump dark-fruit tones and honed by a solid, dry core.
Subtle and profound aromas of blackberries, wet earth and sweet tobacco. Hints of spice, too. Full-bodied and so deep...incredibly vertical and long... Firm and powerful tannins, yet polished and balanced. Goes on for minutes. One of the greatest ever.
...powerful notes of blackberry pie, ripe black cherries and juicy black plums with an undercurrent of star anise, rose petals, chocolate mint, pencil shavings and woodsmoke plus a waft of allspice. The palate is pure decadence. Medium to full-bodied, rich and generously fruited, this wine is by no means heavy—it positively glimmers with freshness and vivacity, lending an ethereal nature to all that richness and power, beautifully framed by velvety tannins and finishing with epic length.
...total stunner...simply magnificent. Soaring aromatics and layers of bright, vibrant fruit... Pomegranate, blood orange, raspberry jam, wild flowers and mocha are some of the many notes that race through the 2016. All the elements fall into place in a memorable, exquisite Saint-Émilion... Don't miss it!
...incredibly elegant and finesse-driven, with a soaring perfume of crème de cassis, white flowers, crayon, forest floor, and spice...it has a deep, layered style, its oak is beautifully integrated, there are ample tannins, and despite leaning toward the finesse-driven side of the spectrum, it has thrilling depth of fruit and length.
This goes for the gusto, with a deep and broad swath of well-roasted tobacco, espresso and loam out front...has the energy and juicy drive... When it melds fully, this will be a smoky, alluring, tobacco-fueled wine.
Very direct and focused. Sweet and rich and velvety. Lots of alcohol...impressive. Slightly hot end.
Promoted to Premier Grand Cru Classe A in Sept 2012