89-91 Smooth, opulent with tannins firmly buried in the sweet acidity. Black plum juice flavors go with the ripe fruits and just a touch of spice.
— R.V.
(6/25/2011)
Concentrated, dark wine. It has serious weight and a dry core of tense tannins. The fruit is floral, full of black currant acidity and black cherry flavors. It will need 2-3 years before it is really drinkable.
— R.V.
(2/1/2012)
89–91. Barrel sample. Ripe and smoky in character, this wine is perfumed and lively with acidity. It has potential to be a delicious, fruity, friendly wine but tannins and minerality both add firmer depth.
— R.V.
(4/9/2013)
88-90 Barrel sample. Dark bitter chocolate coated wine, soft in texture, but with a good stalky chewy edge. Final flavors are of cedar, new wood and spice.
— R.V.
(8/9/2010)
There is great fruit on this ripe, full-bodied wine. The fruit is already well integrated with the tannins, giving a juicy feel and a black currant fragrance. Rich, open and soft, finishing with an elegant structure.
— R.V.
(5/1/2013)
From the same stable as Clos Nardian and Le Dôme, this is a well-balanced wine, with grassy fresh flavors, and some good green fruit. The citrus element gives a great lift to the wine, leaving a delicious finish.
— R.V.
(6/1/2005)
87-89 Barrel sample. This is a good value in Saint-Emilion, with the same winemaking team as Le Dôme. It is ripe, dense with high acidity and firm black fruit.
— R.V.
(6/21/2006)
87—89 Barrel sample. Full of the vibrant Merlot which is a hallmark of 2006. The wine adds to the fruit solid tannins and a dense structure.
— R.V.
(12/31/2009)