97 JS This wine shows fabulous aromas of stones and flowers with dried fruits and spices. It’s subtle yet full with ultra-fine tannins and a gorgeous, long finish. Drink now. - James...
90 WS Black currant and violet notes on the nose, with a good dose of slightly charred oak, follow through to a full body, with fine tannins and a long, vanilla-colored finish. There's lots of oak, but also lots of fruit...
92 JSThis shows lots of ripe strawberries and hints of shaved chocolate that follow through to a full body with silky tannins and a fresh finish. The pure Merlot character comes through beautifully. Excellent now. - James...
93 JS Aromas of sweet berries and blueberries with hints of walnuts. Full body, with velvety tannins that are polished and refined. This seems to be slightly holding back its inherent qualities. Give it time. Best ever from...
89-90 JS A chewy but pretty wine with blueberry and cherry character, firm tannins and a shaved-chocolate undertone. Medium to full body, polished tannins and a bright finish. Better in 2016 when the tannins soften. -...
92 JS No. 72 on James Suckling's Top 100 List of 2012 Red Bordeaux, and featured in his Bordeaux Confidential Events in 2015 Lots of dark chocolate, berry and mineral character here. Full body, chewy tannins and a...
2009: 93 JS + 2008: 90 JS + 2006: 92 JS + 2005: 90 JS + 2004: 91 JS Both cuvees from this well-run estate merit attention. - Robert Parker Prima can compete with wines four or five times the price...
2018: 93 JS + 2016: 92 JS + 2015: 93 JS + 2014: 92 JS + 2012: 92 JS Both cuvees from this well-run estate merit attention. - Robert Parker Prima can compete with wines four or five times the price...
An excellent wine that sells for a song. - Robert Parker These are excellent value Bordeaux. - James Suckling This large château is about half an hour’s drive from the center of Bordeaux in the...
Intense red dark color and brilliance. The nose is complex with a wide range of aromas. Long and fleshy mouth with a tannic structure, concentrated flavors of black fruit, cassis, blackberries, cocoa and spices for a mouth...
90 JS / 89 RP Featured in James Suckling's Bordeaux Confidential Events in 2015 Tangy and juicy, with pleasant berry and plum fruit character. Drink now. - James Suckling An excellent wine that sells for a song, the basic...
90 JS - Featured in James Suckling's Bordeaux Confidential Events in 2015 I like the dried-strawberry and raspberry character to this. Medium to full body, firm tannins and a shaved-chocolate and cedar character. I...
91 JS Very floral and pretty with currant and violet character. Full body, round and velvety tannins and a flavorful finish. I like the hazelnut and chocolate undertones to this. Drink in 2020. - James Suckling Blackberry...
96 WA / 96 JS / 95 WS Pale to medium gold colored, the 2009 Coutet leaps from the glass with warm apple pie, dried mango, fresh straw, lemongrass, ginger and crème caramel notes. The rich, concentrated, unctuous...
90 JS A silky and firm wine with dried fruit, mushrooms and light herbs. Medium to full body, firm tannins and a medium finish. Lots of mineral and stones on the palate. The second wine of Pavie. Drink or hold. -James...
93 JS / 90 WA / 16.5 JR A juicy and rich red with blackberry and black-truffle aromas and flavors. Layered and beautifully toned. Full-bodied, round and juicy. Beautiful wine. Really well done. Drink or hold. - James...
96 JS / 95 WA / 95 DE / 94+ AG / 93 WS / 92-94 GV Plenty of violets and dark berries on offer here. This has a striking sense of purity as well as an energetic, regal palate. The structure is impressively groomed with...
97 JS / 95 VM / 95 AG / 93 WS / 94-96 GVWM This red shows lots of redcurrants and fresh flowers on the nose. It’s full-bodied with juicy tannins and a long, flavorful finish. Needs three or four years to resolve...
95 JS / 94 JD / 93 DE / 92 VM / 91+ WA Currant, chocolate, wet-earth and cedar aromas follow through to a medium to full body with integrated, refined tannins that build on the palate and follow through in a polished way...
94 DE / 94 JA / 93 JD / 92 WA2nd wine of Vieux Chateau CertanLovely soft spicing on the nose, liquorice touches and bramble fruits - gorgeous aromatics on show. Excellent clarity on the palate, this has a silky smooth...
This soft wine has plenty of red fruits lifted by lemon acidity and a tangy texture. A half-and-half blend of Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, it is smooth, gently fruity and ready to drink. - Wine Enthusiast
89 WS This has a flattering edge, with a light shortbread frame around a mix of yellow apple, mirabelle plum and salted butter flavors. The open-knit finish has a ginger hint. Drink now through 2018. 1,475 cases made. -...
97 JS / 95+ VM / 95 WS / 94+ WA Some very rich and ripe red and dark berries here make for an impressive, engaging nose that has charming violet undertones. The palate is velvety and supple, while super smooth tannins...
97 JS / 95+ WA / 93+ RP Special edition label designed by Karl Lagerfeld for the 350th Anniversary of the chateau. Complex aromas of dried citrus fruit, with very ripe plums and currants. Full and very dense, with lots of...
97 WA / 97 JS / 96 VM / 95+ JD / 95 WS / 95 DE / 95-97 GV The 2015 Rauzan-Segla (Rausan-Segla) was a magnificent wine out of barrel, but what matters, of course, is how you and I find this Margaux in...
94 WS / 92 RP / 18 JR Nectar-like if a bit on the sweet side, impressively complex, concentrated and focused. Deep gold, big, sweet and rich, with gobs of concentrated fig, brown sugar, butterscotch and oak flavor. A...
95 WA Tasted in Sauternes with Charles Chevalier, the 1988 Rieussec is a vintage that Chevalier himself claimed to be his favorite. I can understand why. It has an unerringly youthful bouquet with vibrant citrus fruit,...
100 WS / 100 JS / 99 JD / 96+ VM / 18 JR Like lemon curd on the nose, turning to honey and caramel. Full-bodied and very sweet, with fantastic concentration of ripe and botrytized fruit, yet balanced and refined. Electric...
98 JS / 96 RP / 95 WS This is big and powerful with a dense and very sweet palate. Full of botrytis and spices, from cinnamon to cloves to nutmeg. The finish is nutty with more spices and orange peel. Very stunning. Why...
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