Varietal: Red Blend | Location: France | Size: 750ml
WS 92
WA 93
VIN 96
Readers will find a rich, flamboyant wine in the 2016 Barde-Haut. There is not a ton of subtlety here, but I am not sure that matters all that much given how immensely pleasing the 2016 is. Crushed rocks, graphite, lavender, blackberry,... Read More
Varietal: Red Blend | Location: France | Size: 750ml
WS 95
WA 98
VIN 96
The 2018 Bélair-Monange races across the palate, showing its exuberant, flamboyant personality. Ripe plum, mocha, blood orange, star anise and cinnamon fill out the layers effortlessly. Sumptuous and generous, with striking... Read More
Varietal: Red Blend | Location: France | Size: 750ml
WS 96
WA 95+
JS 96
Fantastic depth and richness to the nose with plums, mushrooms, bark and some mahogany. Full-bodied, tight and focused with very fine tannins and a long, creamy finish. Lovely polish, balance and clarity. Drink after 2025.... Read More
Varietal: Red Blend | Location: France | Size: 750ml
WS 93
WA 90+
VIN 95
The 2018 Clos Saint-Martin is racy, supple and so expressive. Crushed flowers, mint, blood orange and raspberry all build with a bit of time in the glass, framed by ripe, silky tannins that make the 2018 a pure joy to taste today.... Read More
Varietal: Red Blend | Location: France | Size: 750ml
WS 91
WA 93+
VIN 93
The 2016 Corbin, matured in 50% new oak, has a ravishing bouquet of red plum, bergamot and touches of peppermint. The palate is medium-bodied with quite firm tannin and good backbone. Not complex, but fresh and well balanced,... Read More
Varietal: Red Blend | Location: France | Size: 750ml
WS 96
WA 97
VIN 97
The 2010 Figeac has a youthful and exuberant bouquet with black cherries, boysenberry, cassis and violets that soar from the glass. There is no stopping the aromatics here. The palate is rich and sensual on the entry with precocious... Read More
Varietal: Red Blend | Location: France | Size: 750ml
WS 93
WA 90
VIN 94
The 2019 Fombrauge is one of the best wines I have tasted from this property in some time. It shows all the richness that is typical of Bernard Magrez's style but with less heaviness and a good deal of aromatic presence that... Read More
Varietal: Red Blend | Location: France | Size: 750ml
WS 90
WA 91
VIN 90
The 2018 Haut-Brisson is a very pretty wine. Rich, ample and so inviting, the 2018 is a terrific choice for drinking now and over the next decade or so. Black cherry, mocha, spice, menthol and licorice build in a creamy, racy... Read More
Varietal: Red Blend | Location: France | Size: 750ml
WS 90
WA 92
VIN 93
The 2015 Laforge has come along very nicely since I tasted it from barrel. The oak - which was distracting en primeur - is now beautifully integrated. A dollop of Cabernet Franc (8%) gives lovely aromatic lift to the sweet red... Read More
Varietal: Red Blend | Location: France | Size: 750ml
WA 90-92+
JS 92
Lots of lovely fruit and freshness in this red with blackberry and cherry character, medium body and a round, juicy finish. Very attractive already. Drink after 2023.
Varietal: Red Blend | Location: France | Size: 375ml
WS 94
WA 93
VIN 91
The 2016 Monbousquet has an attractive bouquet of black cherry, blueberry and light violet aromas, the new oak nicely integrated. The palate is medium-bodied and quite voluminous in the mouth, displaying grainy tannins and tarry... Read More
Varietal: Red Blend | Location: France | Size: 750ml
WA 91
JS 95
So much blackberry and black cherry with brambleberry and bark undertones. Full-bodied with a solid core of fruit and polished tannins. Classy and structured with polish and focus. Some crushed black pepper and dark chocolate.... Read More
Varietal: Red Blend | Location: France | Size: 750ml
WS 90
WA 90
VIN 93
The 2019 Quinault L'Enclos is racy, supple and wonderfully inviting. A wine of depth and texture, the 2019 impresses with its exceptional balance and class. Sweet red berry fruit, cedar, spice, tobacco and licorice build beautifully... Read More
Varietal: Red Blend | Location: France | Size: 750ml
WA 93
JS 96
So much black fruit, black walnuts, blueberries, wet earth, black truffles and some graphite. Medium to full body with lots of tension and focus. It runs very long with a salty undertone and some bitter, burnt lemon. Yet ever... Read More
Varietal: Red Blend | Location: France | Size: 750ml
WS 93
WA 93
VIN 95
The 2018 Clos de l'Oratoire is an absolutely gorgeous wine that needs quite some time to release all of its aromatic intensity, nuance and energy. Bright floral notes soar over a core of dense, red-toned fruit as the 2018... Read More
Varietal: Red Blend | Location: France | Size: 750ml
WS 95
WA 97
JS 96
Beautiful blueberries and black cherries with crushed-stone and limestone notes. Juniper, too. It’s full-bodied, yet so linear and energetic with focused, fine tannins. Fresh acidity. Really fine-grained tannins here. Drink... Read More