Rol Valentin 2021 (750ML)

91-92 JS / 90-92 VM / 89-91 WA / 89-91 WI

Medium-bodied, tight and structured with firm and fine tannins. Lots of flowers, bark, blackberries and cocoa powder. Bright acidity, too. Zesty finish. - James Suckling

The 2021 Rol Valentin is a very pretty wine. Dark cherry/plum fruit, mocha, new leather and spice are nicely pushed forward. Naturally, the 2021 doesn't quite have the textural resonance of recent vintages It's a wine to appreciate for its aromatics and mid-weight structure. - Antonio Galliano, Vinous Media

Another promising wine, the 2021 Rol Valentin exhibits aromas of cherries, berries and licorice, followed by a medium to full-bodied, seamless and lively palate that's nicely concentrated, concluding with a sapid finish. It's produced from holdings situated on iron-rich clay soils next to Valandraud and supplemented by Malbec from a parcel near Figeac. - William Kelley, Wine Advocate

Deep garnet-purple in color, the 2021 Rol Valentin has alluring scents of plum pudding, baked blackberries, and blueberry compote with hints of lilacs and star anise. Medium-bodied, the palate delivers ripe, rounded tannins and harmonious freshness to match the expressive black and blue fruits, finishing spicy. - Lisa Perrotti-Brown, The Wine Independent