Cote De Baleau 2015 (750ML)

93 VM / 92 JS / 92 WS / 92 WA

Just as it was en primeur, the 2015 Côte de Baleau is pure class. Silky tannins, lifted aromatics and soft, caressing fruit meld together to inform a super-polished, elegant Saint-Émilion that speaks with a hushed, sensual voice. Readers who appreciate the more restrained side of Bordeaux will find much to admire. - Antonio Galloni, Vinous Media

Attractive, spiced berry and earthy aromas with light mocha notes, leading to a palate with fresh red berries. A lithe, mid-weight clutch of tannins to close. Drink or hold. - James Suckling

This has a juicy core of crushed raspberry, boysenberry and red currant fruit that has melded already with singed mesquite and iron threads. A flash of tobacco adds a mouthwatering hint to the lengthy finish. Best from 2020 through 2030. 6,917 cases made.  - JM, Wine Spectator

The 2015 Cote de Baleau has a fresh, red cherry and crushed strawberry scented-bouquet, candied but pure and appealing. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannin, velvety smooth with good depth, mocha-tinged black fruit taking over the steering wheel toward the finish. This should be an approachable Saint-Émilion that will offer several years of drinking pleasure, probably more. - Neal Martin, Wine Advocate