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| Date placed 2011 | Château | AOC Appellation d'Origine Contrôlée | Classification | Wine Critics | Size | Price incl. Tax | Pre Order NOW! | ||
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| 14-06 | Climens | Barsac - Sauternes A.C. | Premier Cru | Robert Parker 94-96 | 0.75cl | € 109.40 |  | ||
| Château Climens: Berenice Lurton and her team managed to pick the crop just hours before rains fell on October 23. Tasting through every one of their lots in 2010, there was a theme of tautness, racy acidity and spice. Focusing upon two batches representing about 14% of the harvest, there was patently exquisite balance and a sense of concentrated but efficient power, counterbalanced by immense purity and effervescence. Their problem will be knowing exactly which lots to deselect! Robert parker 94-96 punten | |||||||||
| Climens: Berenice Lurton and her team managed to pick the crop just hours before rains fell on October 23. Tasting through every one of their lots in 2010, there was a theme of tautness, racy acidity and spice. Focusing upon two batches representing about 14% of the harvest, there was patently exquisite balance and a sense of concentrated but efficient power, counterbalanced by immense purity and effervescence. Their problem will be knowing exactly which lots to deselect! Robert parker 94-96 punten | |||||||||
| 14-06 | Climens | Barsac - Sauternes A.C. | Premier Cru | Robert parker 94-96 | 0.375cl | € 56.35 | | ||
| Château Climens: Berenice Lurton and her team managed to pick the crop just hours before rains fell on October 23. Tasting through every one of their lots in 2010, there was a theme of tautness, racy acidity and spice. Focusing upon two batches representing about 14% of the harvest, there was patently exquisite balance and a sense of concentrated but efficient power, counterbalanced by immense purity and effervescence. Their problem will be knowing exactly which lots to deselect! Robert Parker 94-96 punten | |||||||||
| Climens: Berenice Lurton and her team managed to pick the crop just hours before rains fell on October 23. Tasting through every one of their lots in 2010, there was a theme of tautness, racy acidity and spice. Focusing upon two batches representing about 14% of the harvest, there was patently exquisite balance and a sense of concentrated but efficient power, counterbalanced by immense purity and effervescence. Their problem will be knowing exactly which lots to deselect! Robert Parker 94-96 punten | |||||||||
| 11-05 | Doisy-Védrines | Barsac - Sauternes A.C. | Deuxième Cru | Wine Spectator 92-95 | 0.75cl | € 31.45 | | ||
| Château Doisy-Védrines: Decanter **** Big body, rich texture, built for long ageing, with a completely different style from Daëne: less immediate purity, more power. Two different visions of terroir but nobody would complain to try both. Drink 2020-2040. (18 points) | |||||||||
| Doisy-Védrines: Decanter **** Big body, rich texture, built for long ageing, with a completely different style from Daëne: less immediate purity, more power. Two different visions of terroir but nobody would complain to try both. Drink 2020-2040. (18 points) | |||||||||
| 11-05 | Doisy-Védrines | Barsac - Sauternes A.C. | Deuxième Cru | Wine Spectator 92-95 | 0.375cl | € 17.20 | | ||
| Château Doisy-Védrines: Decanter **** Big body, rich texture, built for long ageing, with a completely different style from Daëne: less immediate purity, more power. Two different visions of terroir but nobody would complain to try both. Drink 2020-2040. (18 points) | |||||||||
| Doisy-Védrines: Decanter **** Big body, rich texture, built for long ageing, with a completely different style from Daëne: less immediate purity, more power. Two different visions of terroir but nobody would complain to try both. Drink 2020-2040. (18 points) | |||||||||
| 18-05 | Raymond-Lafon | Barsac - Sauternes A.C. | - | Robert Parker 92-94 | 0.75cl | € 38.75 | | ||
| Château Raymond-Lafon: The Château Raymond-Lafon has a reticent nose at first that finds its voice after a few swirls of the glass, offering dried mango, almond and a touch of quince, all with fine delineation and intensity. The palate is medium-bodied with good acidity and tension, the minerality really coming through towards the beautifully composted finish. This is a very accomplished Raymond-Lafon that will repay cellaring. Robert Parker | |||||||||
| Raymond-Lafon: The Château Raymond-Lafon has a reticent nose at first that finds its voice after a few swirls of the glass, offering dried mango, almond and a touch of quince, all with fine delineation and intensity. The palate is medium-bodied with good acidity and tension, the minerality really coming through towards the beautifully composted finish. This is a very accomplished Raymond-Lafon that will repay cellaring. Robert Parker | |||||||||
| 12-05 | Croix Mouton | Bordeaux A.C. | Bordeaux Supérieur | Robert Parker 89-91 | 0.75cl | € 10.95 | | ||
| Château Croix Mouton: Robert Parker: 89-91 punten One of the finest generic, lower level wines is La Croix-Mouton, which is owned and made by Jean-Phillippe Janoueix. A strong effort, the opaque purple-colored 2010 offers up notes of creosote, blackberries, licorice and background oak. Medium-bodied, richly fruity, broad and savory, it should be enjoyed over the next 5-6 years Wijnen waarvan de prijzen over het algemeen veel aantrekkelijker zullen zijn dan hun grote broers. Bij Jean-Philippe Janoueix hebben wij hun paradepaard uit de St. Emilion La Confession geproefd. Intens mooie wijn, veel finesse en een heel fraaie balans. Maar ook hun Bordeaux Superieur Croix Mouton was van grote klasse. De Merlot sprong er fantastisch uit wat resulteerde in een heel aangename wijn,zwart fruit met heerlijke ronde rijpe sappige tannines. KOOPTIP T.O. | |||||||||
| Croix Mouton: Robert Parker: 89-91 punten One of the finest generic, lower level wines is La Croix-Mouton, which is owned and made by Jean-Phillippe Janoueix. A strong effort, the opaque purple-colored 2010 offers up notes of creosote, blackberries, licorice and background oak. Medium-bodied, richly fruity, broad and savory, it should be enjoyed over the next 5-6 years Wijnen waarvan de prijzen over het algemeen veel aantrekkelijker zullen zijn dan hun grote broers. Bij Jean-Philippe Janoueix hebben wij hun paradepaard uit de St. Emilion La Confession geproefd. Intens mooie wijn, veel finesse en een heel fraaie balans. Maar ook hun Bordeaux Superieur Croix Mouton was van grote klasse. De Merlot sprong er fantastisch uit wat resulteerde in een heel aangename wijn,zwart fruit met heerlijke ronde rijpe sappige tannines. KOOPTIP T.O. | |||||||||
| 18-05 | Le Conseiller | Bordeaux A.C. | Bordeaux Supérieur | Robert Parker 90-92 | 0.75cl | € 13.60 | | ||
| Château Le Conseiller: An undeniable sleeper of the vintage, this dense ruby/purple-colored 2010 over-delivers in every wine tasting category. With plenty of fruit, body and purity as well as complex notes of charcoal, black currants and sweet, jammy cherries, this substantial, delicious, silky textured Bordeaux Supérieur should provide plenty of pleasure during its first 5-6 years of life. Robert Parker 90-92 punten Bij Jean-Philippe Janoueix op La Confession hebben wij deze Bordeaux geproefd.De wijngaard is 9.5 Ha beplant met 100% merlot, wijnstokken zijn gemiddeld 38 jaar oud. Wanneer ik deze wijn vergelijk met wijnen van hetzelfde prijsniveau, dan springt deze heerijke Bordeaux 2010 er bovenuit. Mooie donker kleur, rijke neus van zwart fruit. Gul en mondvullend, fraaie lengte. Wijn voor alledag maar ook voor de feestdis. Echte aanrader. Klassewijn uit 2010 KOOPTIP T.O. | |||||||||
| Le Conseiller: An undeniable sleeper of the vintage, this dense ruby/purple-colored 2010 over-delivers in every wine tasting category. With plenty of fruit, body and purity as well as complex notes of charcoal, black currants and sweet, jammy cherries, this substantial, delicious, silky textured Bordeaux Supérieur should provide plenty of pleasure during its first 5-6 years of life. Robert Parker 90-92 punten Bij Jean-Philippe Janoueix op La Confession hebben wij deze Bordeaux geproefd.De wijngaard is 9.5 Ha beplant met 100% merlot, wijnstokken zijn gemiddeld 38 jaar oud. Wanneer ik deze wijn vergelijk met wijnen van hetzelfde prijsniveau, dan springt deze heerijke Bordeaux 2010 er bovenuit. Mooie donker kleur, rijke neus van zwart fruit. Gul en mondvullend, fraaie lengte. Wijn voor alledag maar ook voor de feestdis. Echte aanrader. Klassewijn uit 2010 KOOPTIP T.O. | |||||||||
| 28-05 | Cap de Faugeres | Côtes de Castillon | - | Wine Spectator 89-92 | 0.75cl | € 14.40 | | ||
| Château Cap de Faugeres: This has a fresh, invigorating feel, with bright acidity and floral notes cutting through the plum and black cherry fruit nicely. The finish is long and silky. Delicious. Wine Spectator 89-92 punten Aangenaam,lekker fruit,rond en stevig,goed glas Ook om op te leggen. KOOPTIP T.O. | |||||||||
| Cap de Faugeres: This has a fresh, invigorating feel, with bright acidity and floral notes cutting through the plum and black cherry fruit nicely. The finish is long and silky. Delicious. Wine Spectator 89-92 punten Aangenaam,lekker fruit,rond en stevig,goed glas Ook om op te leggen. KOOPTIP T.O. | |||||||||
| 10-05 | Côte Montpezat | Côtes de Castillon | - | James Suckling 90-91 | 0.75cl | € 13.85 | | ||
| Château Côte Montpezat: James Molesworth 89-92 punten Deanter: A really enticing wine this year. Fresh, zesty with lovely crushed raspberry aroma and flavour. Fine, ripe tannins. Drink 2013-2018. (16 points) Jammig.heerlijk rond, fris fruit. heel goede prijs-kwaliteit. T.O | |||||||||
| Côte Montpezat: James Molesworth 89-92 punten Deanter: A really enticing wine this year. Fresh, zesty with lovely crushed raspberry aroma and flavour. Fine, ripe tannins. Drink 2013-2018. (16 points) Jammig.heerlijk rond, fris fruit. heel goede prijs-kwaliteit. T.O | |||||||||
| 26-05 | D'Aiguilhe | Côtes de Castillon | 1er Grand Cru Classé A | Wine Spectator 90-93 | 0.75cl | € 24.40 | | ||
| Château D'Aiguilhe: One of the best-run estates in the underrated and undervalued appellation of Cotes de Castillon is Chateau d'Aiguilhe,whichos ownes by Stephan von Neipperg. As with all of von Neipperg's wines. Stephane Derenoncourt is the consulting winemaker. The blend is usually 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Franc, although I did not see the statistics on this particular vintage. The 2010< 10000 cases produced > achieved 14% natural alcohol from modest yields of 34 hectoliter per hectare. It exhibits a deep ruby/purple hue,lots os cassis , crushed rock and floral characteristics,a round, generous, savory, broadly textured style and sweet tannins.Drink it over the next decade. Robert Parker 89-92 punten | |||||||||
| D'Aiguilhe: One of the best-run estates in the underrated and undervalued appellation of Cotes de Castillon is Chateau d'Aiguilhe,whichos ownes by Stephan von Neipperg. As with all of von Neipperg's wines. Stephane Derenoncourt is the consulting winemaker. The blend is usually 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Franc, although I did not see the statistics on this particular vintage. The 2010< 10000 cases produced > achieved 14% natural alcohol from modest yields of 34 hectoliter per hectare. It exhibits a deep ruby/purple hue,lots os cassis , crushed rock and floral characteristics,a round, generous, savory, broadly textured style and sweet tannins.Drink it over the next decade. Robert Parker 89-92 punten | |||||||||
| 31-05 | Joanin Bécot | Côtes de Castillon | - | Wine Spectator 88-91 | 0.75cl | € 22.15 | | ||
| Château Joanin Bécot: A potential “sleeper of the vintage”, this 2010 offers up big, bold, exuberant flavors (red and black fruits, licorice, incense and toasty oak), good concentration, richness and freshness, abundant texture and plenty of depth and length. It may turn out to be longer lived than most vintages because of the crisp acids and ample extract. Drink it over the next decade. Robert Parker 88-90 punten | |||||||||
| Joanin Bécot: A potential “sleeper of the vintage”, this 2010 offers up big, bold, exuberant flavors (red and black fruits, licorice, incense and toasty oak), good concentration, richness and freshness, abundant texture and plenty of depth and length. It may turn out to be longer lived than most vintages because of the crisp acids and ample extract. Drink it over the next decade. Robert Parker 88-90 punten | |||||||||
| 18-05 | Dalem | Fronsac | - | Robert Parker 88-90 | 0.75cl | € 19.25 | | ||
| Château Dalem: Consistently strong efforts emerge from this Fronsac estate. Dalem’s 2010 reveals slightly more power, concentration and alcohol than usual as well as good freshness, a medium-bodied, concentrated mouthfeel yet slightly more texture than is found in most vintages. Drink it over the next 10-15 years. Robert Parker 88-90 punten Sleeper off the vintage | |||||||||
| Dalem: Consistently strong efforts emerge from this Fronsac estate. Dalem’s 2010 reveals slightly more power, concentration and alcohol than usual as well as good freshness, a medium-bodied, concentrated mouthfeel yet slightly more texture than is found in most vintages. Drink it over the next 10-15 years. Robert Parker 88-90 punten Sleeper off the vintage | |||||||||
18-05 | La Vieille Cure | Fronsac | - | Robert Parker 91-93 | 0.75cl | € | | ||
| Château La Vieille Cure: This American-owned estate has been on a qualitative roll for over a decade and the 2010 should rival their 2005 and 2009 as one of the finest wines La Vieille Cure had made. The dense plum/ruby/purple-tinged 2010 exhibits beautiful notes of kirsch liqueur, black currants, licorice and forest floor. Lovely texture and purity, medium to full body and superb fruit intensity result in a gorgeous wine that will be accessible early, but capable of lasting 10-15 years. Robert Parker 91-93 punten sleeper off the vintage. | |||||||||
| La Vieille Cure: This American-owned estate has been on a qualitative roll for over a decade and the 2010 should rival their 2005 and 2009 as one of the finest wines La Vieille Cure had made. The dense plum/ruby/purple-tinged 2010 exhibits beautiful notes of kirsch liqueur, black currants, licorice and forest floor. Lovely texture and purity, medium to full body and superb fruit intensity result in a gorgeous wine that will be accessible early, but capable of lasting 10-15 years. Robert Parker 91-93 punten sleeper off the vintage. | |||||||||
| 19-05 | Chantegrive Cuvée Caroline Blanc | Graves A.C. | - | Wine Spectator 89-92 | 0.75cl | € 17.25 | | ||
| Château Chantegrive Cuvée Caroline Blanc: Lots of honeysuckle and fat, smoky grapefruit notes are outstanding in this equal part blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Semillon. It’s a winner, but it requires consumption in its first 2-3 years of life. Robert Parker 88-90 punten | |||||||||
| Chantegrive Cuvée Caroline Blanc: Lots of honeysuckle and fat, smoky grapefruit notes are outstanding in this equal part blend of Sauvignon Blanc and Semillon. It’s a winner, but it requires consumption in its first 2-3 years of life. Robert Parker 88-90 punten | |||||||||
| 27-04 | Belle-Vue | Haut-Médoc | Cru Bourgeois | Wine Spectator 88-91 | 0.75cl | € 16.50 | | ||
| Château Belle-Vue: Decanter: Rich black berry fruits, elegantly extracted and good length, an elegant, polished wine. Drink 2014-20. (16.5 points) | |||||||||
| Belle-Vue: Decanter: Rich black berry fruits, elegantly extracted and good length, an elegant, polished wine. Drink 2014-20. (16.5 points) | |||||||||
| 11-05 | Cambon La Pelouse | Haut-Médoc | Cru Classé Graves | Robert Parker 89-92 | 0.75cl | € | | ||
| Château Cambon La Pelouse: Robert Parker 89-92 : A major sleeper of the vintage from this 100-acre vineyard near Cantemerle and Giscours, the 2010 is a blend of 50% Merlot, 45% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Petit Verdot produced under the guidance of well-known consultant, Claude Gros. An opaque ruby/purple color is followed by sweet black raspberry, black cherry and black currant fruit notes intermixed with notions of licorice and graphite. Medium to full-bodied and supple textured, this sexy Bordeaux should be consumed over the next 5-8 years James Suckling : 91-92 | |||||||||
| Cambon La Pelouse: Robert Parker 89-92 : A major sleeper of the vintage from this 100-acre vineyard near Cantemerle and Giscours, the 2010 is a blend of 50% Merlot, 45% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Petit Verdot produced under the guidance of well-known consultant, Claude Gros. An opaque ruby/purple color is followed by sweet black raspberry, black cherry and black currant fruit notes intermixed with notions of licorice and graphite. Medium to full-bodied and supple textured, this sexy Bordeaux should be consumed over the next 5-8 years James Suckling : 91-92 | |||||||||
| 19-05 | Cantemerle | Haut-Médoc | Cinquième Grand Cru Classé | Robert Parker 91-93 | 0.75cl | € | | ||
| Château Cantemerle: A quintessentially elegant style Bordeaux, the opaque ruby/purple-tinged 2010 Cantemerle possesses elegant floral notes intermixed with hints of blueberries, raspberries, sweet red cherries and currants. Medium-bodied with impressive purity, concentration and texture, it is not a heavyweight, but rather a well-proportioned, stylish red that should dink nicely for 15-20 years. | |||||||||
| Cantemerle: A quintessentially elegant style Bordeaux, the opaque ruby/purple-tinged 2010 Cantemerle possesses elegant floral notes intermixed with hints of blueberries, raspberries, sweet red cherries and currants. Medium-bodied with impressive purity, concentration and texture, it is not a heavyweight, but rather a well-proportioned, stylish red that should dink nicely for 15-20 years. | |||||||||
| 28-04 | Caronne Sainte Gemme | Haut-Médoc | Cru Bourgeois | James Suckling 88-90 | 0.75cl | € 13.85 | | ||
| Château Caronne Sainte Gemme: Decanter: **** Quite smoky blackcurrant fruit, impressive depth of flavours and grip as well, length and potential complexity. Drink 2014-22. (16.5 points | |||||||||
| Caronne Sainte Gemme: Decanter: **** Quite smoky blackcurrant fruit, impressive depth of flavours and grip as well, length and potential complexity. Drink 2014-22. (16.5 points | |||||||||
| 09-06 | La Lagune | Haut-Médoc | Troisième Grand Cru Classé | Robert Parker 93-96 | 0.75cl | € | | ||
| Château La Lagune: Is this 2005 deja vu "all over again"? Proprietress Caroline Frey has elevated the quality at La Lagune since acquiring this estate, and the 2010 is another superb effort as well as one of the better values in Bordeaux. An opaque purple color is followed by an extraordinary perfume of black raspberries, black currants, licorice and subtle smoke and graphite. While uber-concentrated, full-bodied and pure, it retains both elegance and precision as well as a sensational 45-second finish. The suppleness of the tannins and stunning opulence suggest it will drink beautifully for 25+ years. Robert Parker 93-96 punten | |||||||||
| La Lagune: Is this 2005 deja vu "all over again"? Proprietress Caroline Frey has elevated the quality at La Lagune since acquiring this estate, and the 2010 is another superb effort as well as one of the better values in Bordeaux. An opaque purple color is followed by an extraordinary perfume of black raspberries, black currants, licorice and subtle smoke and graphite. While uber-concentrated, full-bodied and pure, it retains both elegance and precision as well as a sensational 45-second finish. The suppleness of the tannins and stunning opulence suggest it will drink beautifully for 25+ years. Robert Parker 93-96 punten | |||||||||
| 09-06 | La Tour Carnet | Haut-Médoc | Quatrième Grand Cru Classé | Robert Parker 92-94 | 0.75cl | € | | ||
| Château La Tour Carnet: From their 180 acres, this large estate fashioned a blend of 53% Merlot and the rest Cabernet Sauvignon and small quantities of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. Harvested over a three week period (September 29 - October 17), it is a big, tannic, nearly over-sized wine boasting a dense purple color along with notes of graphite, blueberries, black raspberries and spring flowers. Great fruit on the attack, a powerful, full-bodied mouthfeel and an unusually masculine, muscular style suggest this 2010 will require patience, but it could turn out to be one of the finest La Tour Carnets ever produced. Anticipated maturity: 2015-2045. Robert Parker 92-94 punten | |||||||||
| La Tour Carnet: From their 180 acres, this large estate fashioned a blend of 53% Merlot and the rest Cabernet Sauvignon and small quantities of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. Harvested over a three week period (September 29 - October 17), it is a big, tannic, nearly over-sized wine boasting a dense purple color along with notes of graphite, blueberries, black raspberries and spring flowers. Great fruit on the attack, a powerful, full-bodied mouthfeel and an unusually masculine, muscular style suggest this 2010 will require patience, but it could turn out to be one of the finest La Tour Carnets ever produced. Anticipated maturity: 2015-2045. Robert Parker 92-94 punten | |||||||||
| 21-04 | Lanessan | Haut-Médoc | Cru Bourgeois Supérieur | Decanter 16 | 0.75cl | € | | ||
| Château Lanessan: Decanter: Quite firm, smoky cassis fruit, fine middle depth and elegant structure. Drink 2014-20. (16 points) Mooie ronde tannines, veel sap, zwart fruit, finesse. T.O. | |||||||||
| Lanessan: Decanter: Quite firm, smoky cassis fruit, fine middle depth and elegant structure. Drink 2014-20. (16 points) Mooie ronde tannines, veel sap, zwart fruit, finesse. T.O. | |||||||||
| 10-05 | Malescasse | Haut-Médoc | Cru Bourgeois | Wine Spectator 89-92 | 0.75cl | € 13.95 | | ||
| Château Malescasse: Neal Martin 89-91 punten Mooie stevige gastronomische wijn,zwart fruit,lengte T.O. | |||||||||
| Malescasse: Neal Martin 89-91 punten Mooie stevige gastronomische wijn,zwart fruit,lengte T.O. | |||||||||
| 26-05 | Sociando Mallet | Haut-Médoc | - | Robert Parker 91-93 | 0.75cl | € | | ||
| Château Sociando Mallet: The classic 2010 displays everything one expects from this over-achieving Haut-Medoc.A dense purple color is followed by aroma's of blueberries.black currants .graphite and crushed rocks, a layered, full-bodied mouthfeel, stunning concentration and sweet more polished and refined tannins than are normally found in barrel samples of Sociando Mallet. This cuvee last for 20-30 years. Robert Parker | |||||||||
| Sociando Mallet: The classic 2010 displays everything one expects from this over-achieving Haut-Medoc.A dense purple color is followed by aroma's of blueberries.black currants .graphite and crushed rocks, a layered, full-bodied mouthfeel, stunning concentration and sweet more polished and refined tannins than are normally found in barrel samples of Sociando Mallet. This cuvee last for 20-30 years. Robert Parker | |||||||||
| 30-05 | La Fleur de Bouard | Lalande de Pomerol | - | Robert Parker 89-91 | 0.75cl | € 29.80 | | ||
| Château La Fleur de Bouard: This estaete remains the reference point for the highest quality attainable in Lalande de Pomerol. This large estate of 50 acres situated on clay,sand and gravelly soils has produced a 2010 offering beautiful licorice,black cherry,plum and Asian spice notes in an elegant/medium-bodied style .A blend of 80% Merlot and the balance Cabernet Franc and a dollop of Cabernet Sauvignon, it can be enjoyed during its first 7-8 years of life. Robert Parker 89-91 punten | |||||||||
| La Fleur de Bouard: This estaete remains the reference point for the highest quality attainable in Lalande de Pomerol. This large estate of 50 acres situated on clay,sand and gravelly soils has produced a 2010 offering beautiful licorice,black cherry,plum and Asian spice notes in an elegant/medium-bodied style .A blend of 80% Merlot and the balance Cabernet Franc and a dollop of Cabernet Sauvignon, it can be enjoyed during its first 7-8 years of life. Robert Parker 89-91 punten | |||||||||
| 31-05 | Siaurac | Lalande de Pomerol | - | Wine Spectator 89-92 | 0.75cl | € 13.25 | | ||
| Château Siaurac: Varietals: 80% merlot, 20% cabernet-franc Age of vines: 29 years Ageing: 12 to 14 months in French oak barrels, medium toast, 20% new Number of bottles produced: 160,000 “A very fleshy red, offering layers of succulent plum, blackberry and black currant fruit, with spice and licorice in reserve for now. “ James Molesworth, Wine Spectator 89-92. Best grade in the appellation “A rich wine but vibrant and fresh. Firm but slightly robust tannins. Drink 2016-2022” Decanter 16/20 mooie rijpe tannines,krachtig,lange sappige afdronk. KOOPTIP T.O. | |||||||||
| Siaurac: Varietals: 80% merlot, 20% cabernet-franc Age of vines: 29 years Ageing: 12 to 14 months in French oak barrels, medium toast, 20% new Number of bottles produced: 160,000 “A very fleshy red, offering layers of succulent plum, blackberry and black currant fruit, with spice and licorice in reserve for now. “ James Molesworth, Wine Spectator 89-92. Best grade in the appellation “A rich wine but vibrant and fresh. Firm but slightly robust tannins. Drink 2016-2022” Decanter 16/20 mooie rijpe tannines,krachtig,lange sappige afdronk. KOOPTIP T.O. | |||||||||
| 15-06 | Brane Cantenac | Margaux | Deuxième Grand Cru Classé | Robert Parker 93-96 | 0.75cl | € 81.95 | | ||
| Château Brane Cantenac: After nearly two decades of mediocre performances, Brane Cantenac has been doing impressive work over the last decade. While the 2010 may not eclipse the 2009 or 2005, it is an exceptional wine from proprietor Henri Lurton. A dense purple color is accompanied by a floral-scented bouquet revealing notes of licorice, graphite and red as well as black currants. Layered, rich and concentrated, this impressively constructed, seamless Margaux has plenty of tannin, but it is buried under the extravagant fruit and glycerin. This rich, pure, authoritative 2010 should drink well young yet keep for 25-30+ years. Robert Parker 93-96 punten Neal Martin: 94-96 Wine Spectator: 90-93 | |||||||||
| Brane Cantenac: After nearly two decades of mediocre performances, Brane Cantenac has been doing impressive work over the last decade. While the 2010 may not eclipse the 2009 or 2005, it is an exceptional wine from proprietor Henri Lurton. A dense purple color is accompanied by a floral-scented bouquet revealing notes of licorice, graphite and red as well as black currants. Layered, rich and concentrated, this impressively constructed, seamless Margaux has plenty of tannin, but it is buried under the extravagant fruit and glycerin. This rich, pure, authoritative 2010 should drink well young yet keep for 25-30+ years. Robert Parker 93-96 punten Neal Martin: 94-96 Wine Spectator: 90-93 | |||||||||
| 09-06 | Cantenac Brown | Margaux | Troisième Grand Cru Classé | Robert Parker 92-94 | 0.75cl | € | | ||
| Château Cantenac Brown: One of the finest Cantenac Browns made in de last half century, the 2010 may be even more impressive than the 2009. Sweet, fat notes of blackberries, forest floor and earth emerge from this inky/purple-colored beauty. The tannins are slightly more serious and elevated than in the 2009, but the big, bold, full-bodied 2010 represents a remarkable turn around for this estate, which has now produced three straight top-flight vintages. It should drink well for 25-35 years. Robert Parker 92-94 punten Wine Spectator 91-94 punen | |||||||||
| Cantenac Brown: One of the finest Cantenac Browns made in de last half century, the 2010 may be even more impressive than the 2009. Sweet, fat notes of blackberries, forest floor and earth emerge from this inky/purple-colored beauty. The tannins are slightly more serious and elevated than in the 2009, but the big, bold, full-bodied 2010 represents a remarkable turn around for this estate, which has now produced three straight top-flight vintages. It should drink well for 25-35 years. Robert Parker 92-94 punten Wine Spectator 91-94 punen | |||||||||
| 26-05 | Du Tertre | Margaux | Cinquième Grand Cru Classé | Wine Spectator 90-93 | 0.75cl | € 36.95 | | ||
| Château Du Tertre: Some of my tasting colleagues enjoyed the 2010 Du Tertre more than I, but I found it somewhat short for the vintage. However, it does offer a dark ruby color as well as attractive cranberry, black cherry and berry fruit intermixed with cedar and licorice characteristics. Although Well-made, it did not excite me as much as many of the 2010s. Drink it over the next 12-15 years. Robert Parker 87-89 punten | |||||||||
| Du Tertre: Some of my tasting colleagues enjoyed the 2010 Du Tertre more than I, but I found it somewhat short for the vintage. However, it does offer a dark ruby color as well as attractive cranberry, black cherry and berry fruit intermixed with cedar and licorice characteristics. Although Well-made, it did not excite me as much as many of the 2010s. Drink it over the next 12-15 years. Robert Parker 87-89 punten | |||||||||
| 08-06 | Giscours | Margaux | Troisième Grand Cru Classé | Robert Parker 92-95 | 0.75cl | € 67.40 | | ||
| Château Giscours: It is a little unsettling to realize that 2009 and 2010 may be the greatest back to back Bordeaux vintages produced in the history of the region. The over-achieving Giscours has turned in a great performance in 2010, which possesses an opaque purple color as well as notes of licorice, black truffles, sweet blackberry and cassis fruit, flowers and soil undertones. It is very full-bodied and exceptionally opulent, fat and round, but the vintage's acids, precision, high glycerin, alcohol and extract are all present. Give it 2-3 years of cellaring and drink it over the following 25-30 years. Robert Parker 92-95 punten | |||||||||
| Giscours: It is a little unsettling to realize that 2009 and 2010 may be the greatest back to back Bordeaux vintages produced in the history of the region. The over-achieving Giscours has turned in a great performance in 2010, which possesses an opaque purple color as well as notes of licorice, black truffles, sweet blackberry and cassis fruit, flowers and soil undertones. It is very full-bodied and exceptionally opulent, fat and round, but the vintage's acids, precision, high glycerin, alcohol and extract are all present. Give it 2-3 years of cellaring and drink it over the following 25-30 years. Robert Parker 92-95 punten | |||||||||
19-05 | Labégorce | Margaux | Cru Bourgeois Exceptionnel | Wine Spectator 90-93 | 0.75cl | € 23.60 | | ||
| Château Labégorce: This is the debut vintage for consultant Claude Gros and the quality is the finest I have ever tasted from this estate. (Beginning in 2009, the neighboring estate of Labégorce Zédé was incorporated in to Labégorce.) Made from a blend of 45% Cabernet Sauvignon, 45% Merlot and the rest Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot that hit 14% natural alcohol, this sleeper of the vintage reveals a dense purple color in addition to abundant notes charcoal, spring flowers, black currants and subtle smoky barrique in the background. Medium to full-bodied and ripe with sweet tannin, this beauty should drink nicely for a decade or more. Robert Parker 88-90 punten | |||||||||
| Labégorce: This is the debut vintage for consultant Claude Gros and the quality is the finest I have ever tasted from this estate. (Beginning in 2009, the neighboring estate of Labégorce Zédé was incorporated in to Labégorce.) Made from a blend of 45% Cabernet Sauvignon, 45% Merlot and the rest Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot that hit 14% natural alcohol, this sleeper of the vintage reveals a dense purple color in addition to abundant notes charcoal, spring flowers, black currants and subtle smoky barrique in the background. Medium to full-bodied and ripe with sweet tannin, this beauty should drink nicely for a decade or more. Robert Parker 88-90 punten | |||||||||
| 16-06 | Lascombes | Margaux | Deuxième Grand Cru Classé | Robert Parker 94-97 | 0.75cl | € 109.40 | | ||
| Château Lascombes: While this large property is composed of a huge number of small parcels that must require military-like precision to harvest, the quality of the wines over the last decade has been remarkable. The 2010 may turn out to be the greatest Lascombes ever made. It boasts a dense purple color along with an extraordinarily uplifted set of aromatics consisting of blueberry liqueur, black cherries, subtle smoke, crushed rocks and restrained oak. Massive fruit, an unctuous texture, a skyscraper-like mid-palate and stunning definition (because of good acids and a modest pH) have resulted in a formidable wine that will benefit from 5-6 years of cellaring, and should keep for 30 years. A brilliant effort! Robert Parker 94-97 punten James Suckling: 91-92 Wine Spectator: 89-92 Decanter: **** (17,5) | |||||||||
| Lascombes: While this large property is composed of a huge number of small parcels that must require military-like precision to harvest, the quality of the wines over the last decade has been remarkable. The 2010 may turn out to be the greatest Lascombes ever made. It boasts a dense purple color along with an extraordinarily uplifted set of aromatics consisting of blueberry liqueur, black cherries, subtle smoke, crushed rocks and restrained oak. Massive fruit, an unctuous texture, a skyscraper-like mid-palate and stunning definition (because of good acids and a modest pH) have resulted in a formidable wine that will benefit from 5-6 years of cellaring, and should keep for 30 years. A brilliant effort! Robert Parker 94-97 punten James Suckling: 91-92 Wine Spectator: 89-92 Decanter: **** (17,5) | |||||||||
| 10-06 | Malescot-Saint-Exupery | Margaux | Troisième Grand Cru Classé | Wine Spectator 93-96 | 0.75cl | € 91.40 | | ||
| Château Malescot-Saint-Exupery: This estate, which has been on a qualitative crescendo for over ten years, has made a prodigious 2010 that ranks alongside their 2009, 2005 and 2000. A gorgeous fragrance of spring flowers, cedarwood, black and red currants and hints of spice box and subtle oak is followed by a generously endowed, full-bodied, opulent wine with layers of concentration, a restrained yet exuberant personality, superb fruit purity and a long finish. There is plenty of tannin, no doubt elevated alcohol and wonderful freshness as well as delicacy. This beauty should drink well for 25 or more years. Robert Parker 94-96 punten Wine Spectator 93-96 punten James Suckling 96-97 punten Neal Martin 93-95 punten | |||||||||
| Malescot-Saint-Exupery: This estate, which has been on a qualitative crescendo for over ten years, has made a prodigious 2010 that ranks alongside their 2009, 2005 and 2000. A gorgeous fragrance of spring flowers, cedarwood, black and red currants and hints of spice box and subtle oak is followed by a generously endowed, full-bodied, opulent wine with layers of concentration, a restrained yet exuberant personality, superb fruit purity and a long finish. There is plenty of tannin, no doubt elevated alcohol and wonderful freshness as well as delicacy. This beauty should drink well for 25 or more years. Robert Parker 94-96 punten Wine Spectator 93-96 punten James Suckling 96-97 punten Neal Martin 93-95 punten | |||||||||
| 06-07 | Margaux | Margaux | Premier Grand Cru Classé | JS. 100 - GELIMITEERD | 0.75cl | € 1093.95 | | ||
| Château Margaux: GELIMITEERD VERKRIJGBAAR 2010 Chateau Margaux: Paul Pontallier was rattling off some interesting statistics about Chateau Margaux. The 2000 (a great, great wine) was 13.1% natural alcohol, the 2005 13.1%, the 2009 13.2%, and the 2010, the highest ever measured, 13.5%. That is still nearly one degree less than the Pauillac first-growth of Chateau Latour at 14.4%. This blend of 90% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Merlot and the rest Cabernet Franc (representing only 38% of the total production) has the classic, quintessential Margaux character of spring flowers, almost cool-climate precision, medium body, and a seamless integration of tannin, wood and alcohol. The blue and black fruit characteristics are present, and the wine restrained. The most measured and polished of all the first growths I tasted, it is also less concentrated than any of the other first growths, but the elegance is classic. The harvest finished on October 15, which was not their latest by any means. This is one of the few first growths of 2010 where the tannins are remarkably delicate and sweet, and the softness of this wine will provide magical drinking at a relatively early age, yet its balance and concentration will carry it for 20 or more years. Robert Parker 96-98 punten A blend of 90% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Merlot and 1.5% Petit Verdot and 1.5% Cabernet Franc with a pH 3.65 (it was 3.75 in 2009.) The Cabernet Sauvignon dominates the nose more than any other vintage of Chateau Margaux that I have tasted out of barrel, lending it a Pauillac-like personality. Blackberry, graphite and a soupcon of liquorice. The tannins are exceptionally fine, real backbone here and a sense of ambition that I think neither the 2008 nor even the 2009 demonstrated. The clarity on the finish is truly outstanding and it seems to mellow and gain more sensuality with further aeration. Tasted March 2011. Neil Martin 97-99 punten A phenomenal nose of roses, violets, and other flowers. Subtle yet rich raspberries and currants. It is 90 percent Cabernet Sauvignon. The is a curious wine, almost ethereal. It is all in the front of the palate with ultra-fine tannins. It is full and very, very rich but it is forever balanced and in harmony What a wine. It is a pinpointed wine. So cerebral. It sends shivers down my spine. Incredibl James Suckling 100 punten | |||||||||
| Margaux: GELIMITEERD VERKRIJGBAAR 2010 Chateau Margaux: Paul Pontallier was rattling off some interesting statistics about Chateau Margaux. The 2000 (a great, great wine) was 13.1% natural alcohol, the 2005 13.1%, the 2009 13.2%, and the 2010, the highest ever measured, 13.5%. That is still nearly one degree less than the Pauillac first-growth of Chateau Latour at 14.4%. This blend of 90% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Merlot and the rest Cabernet Franc (representing only 38% of the total production) has the classic, quintessential Margaux character of spring flowers, almost cool-climate precision, medium body, and a seamless integration of tannin, wood and alcohol. The blue and black fruit characteristics are present, and the wine restrained. The most measured and polished of all the first growths I tasted, it is also less concentrated than any of the other first growths, but the elegance is classic. The harvest finished on October 15, which was not their latest by any means. This is one of the few first growths of 2010 where the tannins are remarkably delicate and sweet, and the softness of this wine will provide magical drinking at a relatively early age, yet its balance and concentration will carry it for 20 or more years. Robert Parker 96-98 punten A blend of 90% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Merlot and 1.5% Petit Verdot and 1.5% Cabernet Franc with a pH 3.65 (it was 3.75 in 2009.) The Cabernet Sauvignon dominates the nose more than any other vintage of Chateau Margaux that I have tasted out of barrel, lending it a Pauillac-like personality. Blackberry, graphite and a soupcon of liquorice. The tannins are exceptionally fine, real backbone here and a sense of ambition that I think neither the 2008 nor even the 2009 demonstrated. The clarity on the finish is truly outstanding and it seems to mellow and gain more sensuality with further aeration. Tasted March 2011. Neil Martin 97-99 punten A phenomenal nose of roses, violets, and other flowers. Subtle yet rich raspberries and currants. It is 90 percent Cabernet Sauvignon. The is a curious wine, almost ethereal. It is all in the front of the palate with ultra-fine tannins. It is full and very, very rich but it is forever balanced and in harmony What a wine. It is a pinpointed wine. So cerebral. It sends shivers down my spine. Incredibl James Suckling 100 punten | |||||||||
| 26-05 | Marojallia | Margaux | - | Wine Spectator 92-95 | 0.75cl | € 76.25 | | ||
| Château Marojallia: Made by Murielle Thunevin (the wife of Jean-Luc Thunevin), the 2010 Marojallia is a study in elegance combined with power and richness. It boasts a dense purple color as well as a sweet perfume of blueberries, black raspberries, violets, charcoal and graphite. Full-bodied, beautifully measured and restrained, in spite of its intense flavor profile, with well-integrated tannins and acidity, it should drink well for 14+ years. Robert Parker 92-94 punten | |||||||||
| Marojallia: Made by Murielle Thunevin (the wife of Jean-Luc Thunevin), the 2010 Marojallia is a study in elegance combined with power and richness. It boasts a dense purple color as well as a sweet perfume of blueberries, black raspberries, violets, charcoal and graphite. Full-bodied, beautifully measured and restrained, in spite of its intense flavor profile, with well-integrated tannins and acidity, it should drink well for 14+ years. Robert Parker 92-94 punten | |||||||||
| 30-07 | Paveil de Luze | Margaux | Cru Bourgeois | 0.75cl | € 19.95 | | |||
| 14-06 | Prieuré Lichine | Margaux | Quatrième Grand Cru Classé | Robert Parker 92-94 | 0.75cl | € 57.65 | | ||
| Château Prieuré Lichine: The strongest Prieure Lichine produced in many years, along with consultant Stephane Derenoncourt, the proprietors have fashioned a wine with true opulence as well as wonderful projected aromatics of blue, red and black fruits, licorice, flowers and subtle oak. Silky tannins, a sexy, generous, opulent attack, mid-palate and finish, no hard edges and well-integrated acidity, tannin and alcohol (14.5%) are all found in this impressive Margaux. Give it 2-5 years of cellaring and drink it over the following 25. It is potentially one of the longest lived wines made at Prieure Lichine since some of their classic efforts from the sixties. Robert Parker 92-94 punten | |||||||||
| Prieuré Lichine: The strongest Prieure Lichine produced in many years, along with consultant Stephane Derenoncourt, the proprietors have fashioned a wine with true opulence as well as wonderful projected aromatics of blue, red and black fruits, licorice, flowers and subtle oak. Silky tannins, a sexy, generous, opulent attack, mid-palate and finish, no hard edges and well-integrated acidity, tannin and alcohol (14.5%) are all found in this impressive Margaux. Give it 2-5 years of cellaring and drink it over the following 25. It is potentially one of the longest lived wines made at Prieure Lichine since some of their classic efforts from the sixties. Robert Parker 92-94 punten | |||||||||
| 16-06 | Rauzan Segla | Margaux | Deuxième Grand Cru Classé | Wine Spectator 94-97 | 0.75cl | € 127.50 | | ||
| Château Rauzan Segla: Only 45% of the crop made it into the 2010 Rauzan-Segla, which is a blend of 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 37% Merlot, and the rest Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. This wine has an average pH of 3.6, but at 13.9%, the alcohol is the highest ever measured. The tannin levels in this wine suggest the great 1986 Rauzan-Segla, while the personality of the wine comes close to mirroring the 2005. Dense purple, with hints of menthol, blueberry, black currant and sweet, earthy notes, the wine is full-bodied and displays terrific purity, texture, and overall precision. The tannin levels are high, but the wine balances them out with its impressive level of concentration. This wine will probably need 5-10 years of cellaring when released and drink well for 30 or more years, given the fact that the 1986, at age 25, is still an adolescent. Robert Robert 92-94 punten Wine Spectator: 94-97 | |||||||||
| Rauzan Segla: Only 45% of the crop made it into the 2010 Rauzan-Segla, which is a blend of 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 37% Merlot, and the rest Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. This wine has an average pH of 3.6, but at 13.9%, the alcohol is the highest ever measured. The tannin levels in this wine suggest the great 1986 Rauzan-Segla, while the personality of the wine comes close to mirroring the 2005. Dense purple, with hints of menthol, blueberry, black currant and sweet, earthy notes, the wine is full-bodied and displays terrific purity, texture, and overall precision. The tannin levels are high, but the wine balances them out with its impressive level of concentration. This wine will probably need 5-10 years of cellaring when released and drink well for 30 or more years, given the fact that the 1986, at age 25, is still an adolescent. Robert Robert 92-94 punten Wine Spectator: 94-97 | |||||||||
| 15-06 | Rauzan-Gassies | Margaux | Deuxième Grand Cru Classé | Robert Parker 90-93 | 0.75cl | € 54.95 | | ||
| Château Rauzan-Gassies: One of the strongest efforts from Rauzan-Gassies in many years, the 2010 may turn out to be a “sleeper of the vintage” . It reveals an opaque purple color along with notes of incense, licorice, black currants and blackberries, impressive concentration, soft tannins and good acidity. This is a solidly made, full throttle Margaux to cellar for 4-5 years and enjoy over the following 25 years. Robert Parker 90-93 punten Wine Spectator 88-91 punten | |||||||||
| Rauzan-Gassies: One of the strongest efforts from Rauzan-Gassies in many years, the 2010 may turn out to be a “sleeper of the vintage” . It reveals an opaque purple color along with notes of incense, licorice, black currants and blackberries, impressive concentration, soft tannins and good acidity. This is a solidly made, full throttle Margaux to cellar for 4-5 years and enjoy over the following 25 years. Robert Parker 90-93 punten Wine Spectator 88-91 punten | |||||||||
| 25-05 | Goulée by Cos d'Estournel | Médoc A.C. | - | Wine Spactator 88-91 | 0.75cl | € 23.95 | | ||
| Château Goulée by Cos d'Estournel: A sleeper of the vintage, this offering from the owners of Cos d’Estournel is a high quality, impeccably well-made Bordeaux displaying a dark ruby/purple hue along with notes of chocolate, black currants, herbs and spice. Opulent, round and full-bodied, it achieved 14,7% natural alcohol and should drink well for 7-8 years. Robert Parker 88-90 punten | |||||||||
| Goulée by Cos d'Estournel: A sleeper of the vintage, this offering from the owners of Cos d’Estournel is a high quality, impeccably well-made Bordeaux displaying a dark ruby/purple hue along with notes of chocolate, black currants, herbs and spice. Opulent, round and full-bodied, it achieved 14,7% natural alcohol and should drink well for 7-8 years. Robert Parker 88-90 punten | |||||||||
| 04-05 | Haut-Maurac | Médoc A.C. | Cru Bourgeois | Wine Spectator 89-92 | 0.75cl | € 16.50 | | ||
| Château Haut-Maurac: sappig, zwart fruit,rijk, mooie ronde tannines kan goed bewaard worden.heel goede prijs-kwaliteit. T.O. | |||||||||
| Haut-Maurac: sappig, zwart fruit,rijk, mooie ronde tannines kan goed bewaard worden.heel goede prijs-kwaliteit. T.O. | |||||||||
| 18-07 | Patache d 'Aux | Médoc A.C. | Cru Bourgeois | 0.75cl | € 10.95 | | |||
| Château Patache d 'Aux: Aantrekkelijk zwart fruit, mineralig .lichte koffietonen. Mooie rijpe tannines en mooie zuren in de afdronk. Goede balans met veel fruit. T.O. | |||||||||
| Patache d 'Aux: Aantrekkelijk zwart fruit, mineralig .lichte koffietonen. Mooie rijpe tannines en mooie zuren in de afdronk. Goede balans met veel fruit. T.O. | |||||||||
| 27-06 | Pavillon rouge | Médoc A.C. | 2nd wine of Château | Robert Parker 90-92 | 0.75cl | € | | ||
| Château Pavillon rouge: Actually higher in alcohol than its bigger sister, Chateau Margaux, the 2010 Pavillon Rouge (66% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot and the rest Petit Verdot) hit 14% natural alcohol. Paul Pontallier proclaimed it the best they have ever made, representing only 38% of production. (This wine also undergoes a serious selection.) Plenty of black fruits, violets, forest floor and earth are present in this wonderfully textured, opulent wine, which will provide immediate gratification when it is released in a year. It should drink nicely for up to 15 or more years Robert Parker 90-92 punten Jancis Robinson 17.5 punt Decanter 18 **** | |||||||||
| Pavillon rouge: Actually higher in alcohol than its bigger sister, Chateau Margaux, the 2010 Pavillon Rouge (66% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot and the rest Petit Verdot) hit 14% natural alcohol. Paul Pontallier proclaimed it the best they have ever made, representing only 38% of production. (This wine also undergoes a serious selection.) Plenty of black fruits, violets, forest floor and earth are present in this wonderfully textured, opulent wine, which will provide immediate gratification when it is released in a year. It should drink nicely for up to 15 or more years Robert Parker 90-92 punten Jancis Robinson 17.5 punt Decanter 18 **** | |||||||||
| 31-05 | Potensac | Médoc A.C. | - | Wine Spectator 90-93 | 0.75cl | € 23.95 | | ||
| Château Potensac: Traditionally made, yet exhibiting some modern touches such as ripe fruit, the 2010 Potensac is another sleeper of the vintage from this estate, owned by Jean-Hubert Delon, the proprietor of Leoville Las Cases. Classic Bordeaux notes of red and black currants, earth, and spice box are well-presented in this deep ruby/purple-colored, medium-bodied wine, which should drink nicely for a decade or more. Robert Parker 87-89 punten "sleeper of the vintage" | |||||||||
| Potensac: Traditionally made, yet exhibiting some modern touches such as ripe fruit, the 2010 Potensac is another sleeper of the vintage from this estate, owned by Jean-Hubert Delon, the proprietor of Leoville Las Cases. Classic Bordeaux notes of red and black currants, earth, and spice box are well-presented in this deep ruby/purple-colored, medium-bodied wine, which should drink nicely for a decade or more. Robert Parker 87-89 punten "sleeper of the vintage" | |||||||||
| 23-05 | Rollan de By | Médoc A.C. | Cru Bourgeois | Wine Spectator 90-92 | 0.75cl | € 17.70 | | ||
| Château Rollan de By: One of the over-achieving cru bourgeois estates in the Medoc. 2010 possesses a dense ruby pirple color as well as sweet notes of creme de cassis .toasty oak.florest floor and spice. Medium to full-bodied and rich with excellent freshness ,texture and length. it shuold drink well for a decade or more. Robert Parker 88-90 punten | |||||||||
| Rollan de By: One of the over-achieving cru bourgeois estates in the Medoc. 2010 possesses a dense ruby pirple color as well as sweet notes of creme de cassis .toasty oak.florest floor and spice. Medium to full-bodied and rich with excellent freshness ,texture and length. it shuold drink well for a decade or more. Robert Parker 88-90 punten | |||||||||
| 26-05 | Chasse Spleen | Moulis | Cru Bourgeois Exceptionnel | Wine Spectator 89-92 | 0.75cl | € 28.50 | | ||
| Château Chasse Spleen: A strong effort, the tannic, medium to full-bodied 2010 possesses good minerality zesty acidity, admirable freshness and both blue and black fruits. With impressive depth and length,this pure Moulis should drink well for 15+years. Robert Parker 88-90 punten | |||||||||
| Chasse Spleen: A strong effort, the tannic, medium to full-bodied 2010 possesses good minerality zesty acidity, admirable freshness and both blue and black fruits. With impressive depth and length,this pure Moulis should drink well for 15+years. Robert Parker 88-90 punten | |||||||||
| 27-05 | Poujeaux | Moulis | Cru Bourgeois Exceptionnel | Robert Parker 90-92 | 0.75cl | € | | ||
| Château Poujeaux: An undeniable sleeper of the vintage, this may be the finest Poujeaux I have tasted in three decades. A crushed rock/mineral character is intertwined with abundant black currant, blackberry, incense and camphor notes in this full-bodied, unctuously textured, elegant, pure effort. It is capable of lasting 15 years. Kudos to new proprietor Philippe Cuvelier (also the owner of St. Emilion’s Clos Fourtet) for resurrecting this well-known estate. Robert Parker 90-92 punten | |||||||||
| Poujeaux: An undeniable sleeper of the vintage, this may be the finest Poujeaux I have tasted in three decades. A crushed rock/mineral character is intertwined with abundant black currant, blackberry, incense and camphor notes in this full-bodied, unctuously textured, elegant, pure effort. It is capable of lasting 15 years. Kudos to new proprietor Philippe Cuvelier (also the owner of St. Emilion’s Clos Fourtet) for resurrecting this well-known estate. Robert Parker 90-92 punten | |||||||||
| 27-06 | Clerc Milon | Pauillac | Cinquième Grand Cru Classé | Wine Spectator 93-96 | 0.75cl | € | | ||
| Château Clerc Milon: The powerful 2010 is a blend of 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 11% Cabernet Franc and the balance mostly Merlot except for dollops of Petit Verdot and Carmenere that achieved 14.5% natural alcohol - a record at Clerc Milon. An intense purple color is followed by notes of incense, creme de cassis and flowers and a broad, rich wine with superb purity, concentration and depth. This layered, expansive effort could turn out to be one of the finest this estate has ever made. Give it 3-5 years of cellaring and drink it over the following two decades. Robert Parker 91-93 punten James Suckling 95-96 punten Decanter 18 punten **** | |||||||||
| Clerc Milon: The powerful 2010 is a blend of 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 11% Cabernet Franc and the balance mostly Merlot except for dollops of Petit Verdot and Carmenere that achieved 14.5% natural alcohol - a record at Clerc Milon. An intense purple color is followed by notes of incense, creme de cassis and flowers and a broad, rich wine with superb purity, concentration and depth. This layered, expansive effort could turn out to be one of the finest this estate has ever made. Give it 3-5 years of cellaring and drink it over the following two decades. Robert Parker 91-93 punten James Suckling 95-96 punten Decanter 18 punten **** | |||||||||
| 01-06 | D'Armailhac | Pauillac | Cinquième Grand Cru Classé | Wine Spectator 92-95 | 0.75cl | € 49.90 | | ||
| Château D'Armailhac: A blend of 60% Cabernet-Sauvignon, 23% Merlot ,15% Cabernet Franc and the rest Petit Verdot, the 2010 achieved in excess of 14% natural alcohol.It exhibits a dense ruby/purple color along with a pronounced nose of underbrush, cedarwood.licorice and black currants. This attractive, elegant, mid-weight Pauillac should be drinkable early in life and last for 15+ years Robert Parker: 89-92 | |||||||||
| D'Armailhac: A blend of 60% Cabernet-Sauvignon, 23% Merlot ,15% Cabernet Franc and the rest Petit Verdot, the 2010 achieved in excess of 14% natural alcohol.It exhibits a dense ruby/purple color along with a pronounced nose of underbrush, cedarwood.licorice and black currants. This attractive, elegant, mid-weight Pauillac should be drinkable early in life and last for 15+ years Robert Parker: 89-92 | |||||||||
| 29-06 | Duhart-Milon | Pauillac | Quatrième Grand Cru Classé | Robert Parker: 94-96 | 0.75cl | € | | ||
| Château Duhart-Milon: This large estate (190 acres) has been on a qualitative rise for nearly a decade. A classic Pauillac, the opaque purple-colored 2010, a blend of 73% Cabernet Sauvignon and 27% Merlot, reveals beautiful notes of creme de cassis, licorice, tobacco leaf and forest floor. Bigger and more muscular than most previous vintages, this full-bodied Pauillac possesses stunning density as well as intensity. Atypically high in alcohol for this property, it requires 5-7 years of cellaring and should age effortlessly for 25-30 years. Robert Parker: 94-96 Decanter: *** 18 Neal Martin: 92-94 Jancis Robinson: 17+ Wine Spectator: 92-95 | |||||||||
| Duhart-Milon: This large estate (190 acres) has been on a qualitative rise for nearly a decade. A classic Pauillac, the opaque purple-colored 2010, a blend of 73% Cabernet Sauvignon and 27% Merlot, reveals beautiful notes of creme de cassis, licorice, tobacco leaf and forest floor. Bigger and more muscular than most previous vintages, this full-bodied Pauillac possesses stunning density as well as intensity. Atypically high in alcohol for this property, it requires 5-7 years of cellaring and should age effortlessly for 25-30 years. Robert Parker: 94-96 Decanter: *** 18 Neal Martin: 92-94 Jancis Robinson: 17+ Wine Spectator: 92-95 | |||||||||
| 15-06 | Grand-Puy-Lacoste | Pauillac | Cinquième Grand Cru Classé | Robert Parker 93-96 | 0.75cl | € 87.65 | | ||
| Château Grand-Puy-Lacoste: The greatest Grand Puy Lacoste since the 2005, 2000 and 1990, the fabulous 2010 reveals all the hallmarks of this estate. It boasts a dense purple color along with classic notes of creme de cassis, blueberries, blackberries, crushed rocks and flowers, sweet tannin and an exceptionally full-bodied and multilayered mouthfeel as well as a boatload of tannin. Cellar it for a decade and drink it over the following three decades. Proprietor Xavier Borie's 2010 recalls the 2005. Robert Parker 93-96 punten Neal Martin 97-99 punten Roger Voss 92-94 punten Wine Spectator 92-95 punten | |||||||||
| Grand-Puy-Lacoste: The greatest Grand Puy Lacoste since the 2005, 2000 and 1990, the fabulous 2010 reveals all the hallmarks of this estate. It boasts a dense purple color along with classic notes of creme de cassis, blueberries, blackberries, crushed rocks and flowers, sweet tannin and an exceptionally full-bodied and multilayered mouthfeel as well as a boatload of tannin. Cellar it for a decade and drink it over the following three decades. Proprietor Xavier Borie's 2010 recalls the 2005. Robert Parker 93-96 punten Neal Martin 97-99 punten Roger Voss 92-94 punten Wine Spectator 92-95 punten | |||||||||
| 07-06 | Haut Bages Liberal | Pauillac | Cinquième Grand Cru Classé | Wine Spectator 91-94 | 0.75cl | € | | ||
| Château Haut Bages Liberal: The finest Haut-Bages-Liberal I have tasted in many years, this sleeper of the vintage exhibits a blue/purple hue as well as projected aromatics of blue and black fruits, spring flowers and subtle background oak. Full-bodied with moderately high tannins, a layered mouthfeel and a long finish, it should be at its best between 2017 and 2035 Robert Parker 91-93 punten “Sleeper of the vintage” | |||||||||
| Haut Bages Liberal: The finest Haut-Bages-Liberal I have tasted in many years, this sleeper of the vintage exhibits a blue/purple hue as well as projected aromatics of blue and black fruits, spring flowers and subtle background oak. Full-bodied with moderately high tannins, a layered mouthfeel and a long finish, it should be at its best between 2017 and 2035 Robert Parker 91-93 punten “Sleeper of the vintage” | |||||||||
| 07-06 | Haut Batailley | Pauillac | Cinquième Grand Cru Classé | Wine Spectator 90-93 | 0.75cl | € 42.75 | | ||
| Château Haut Batailley: This is always the most St.-Julien-like of the Pauillacs (although occasionally Pichon-Lalande possesses a suave, St.-julian character and less power than many Pauillacs). The dark ruby/purple-hued 2010 reveals sweet aromas of red and black currants, cedar and spicy background oak. It is an attractive, elegant, mid-weight wine with polished tannins as well as a restrained style. Drink it over the next 10-15 years. Robert Parker 88-90 punten | |||||||||
| Haut Batailley: This is always the most St.-Julien-like of the Pauillacs (although occasionally Pichon-Lalande possesses a suave, St.-julian character and less power than many Pauillacs). The dark ruby/purple-hued 2010 reveals sweet aromas of red and black currants, cedar and spicy background oak. It is an attractive, elegant, mid-weight wine with polished tannins as well as a restrained style. Drink it over the next 10-15 years. Robert Parker 88-90 punten | |||||||||
| 15-06 | Lynch Bages | Pauillac | Cinquième Grand Cru Classé | Wine Spectator 95-98 | 0.75cl | € | | ||
| Château Lynch Bages: Over the last three vintages, Lynch Bages has returned with a vengeance after somewhat listless performances following their brilliant duo of 1989 and 1990. Much of the credit for this must go to Jean-Charles Cazes who has taken over for his father, Jean-Michel, one of the greatest ambassadors Bordeaux has ever had. The 2010 blew me away on each occasion I tasted it during my two week sojourn in Bordeaux. Tannic and concentrated, this huge Pauillac boasts an inky/purple color as well as impressive notes of creme de cassis, smoke, graphite and spring flowers. This dense, seriously endowed, monstrous Lynch Bages is reminiscent of some of the wines made at this estate in the 1950s, 1960s, 1970s and 1980s. It will require 4-5 years of cellaring and should be drinkable for 3-4 decades. Robert Parker 95-97 punten | |||||||||
| Lynch Bages: Over the last three vintages, Lynch Bages has returned with a vengeance after somewhat listless performances following their brilliant duo of 1989 and 1990. Much of the credit for this must go to Jean-Charles Cazes who has taken over for his father, Jean-Michel, one of the greatest ambassadors Bordeaux has ever had. The 2010 blew me away on each occasion I tasted it during my two week sojourn in Bordeaux. Tannic and concentrated, this huge Pauillac boasts an inky/purple color as well as impressive notes of creme de cassis, smoke, graphite and spring flowers. This dense, seriously endowed, monstrous Lynch Bages is reminiscent of some of the wines made at this estate in the 1950s, 1960s, 1970s and 1980s. It will require 4-5 years of cellaring and should be drinkable for 3-4 decades. Robert Parker 95-97 punten | |||||||||
| 30-06 | Mouton Rothschild | Pauillac | Premier Grand Cru Classé | Robert Parker 97-100 | 0.75cl | € 1093.50 | | ||
| Château Mouton Rothschild: The 2010 Mouton possesses the highest level of Cabernet Sauvignon (94%) of any wine this estate has produced. Combined with 6% Merlot, the wine achieved 13.9% natural alcohol. Under director Philippe Dalhuin, the harvest was accomplished between September 28 and October 13, and only 49% of the crop made it into this powerful effort. Reminiscent of the 1986, it is a 50-60 year wine that is not meant for consumers looking for near-term gratification. This backward, tannic, full-bodied, exceptionally promising 2010 reveals enormous weight along with extravagant levels of precise, fresh boysenberry and creme de cassis fruit. The abundant minerality is due no doubt to the fresh acidity. In need of at least 15 years of cellaring, it will undoubtedly remain an infant at age 25 Robert Parker 97-100 punten Tasted 17 Feb: Very youthful and very Cabernet and pretty spicy. Very correct and with an attractive dryness on the finish. Very snazzy. Tasted 8 Apr: 94% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6% Merlot. Burnished dark pruney crimson. Very opulent and heady on the nose. Lovely perfume. Lots of fully ripe black fruits. Amazingly polished - so much so that you are almost distracted from the huge tannic charge. Not quite as dense as some of the greatest 2010s but very well balanced. Hugely Cabernet. As in 2009, great care has been taken not to produce too heavy a wine. There is almost Lafite-like structure here. Very, very polished middle palate. Bone dry, pretty tannic finish. Jancis Robinson 18.5 punten) | |||||||||
| Mouton Rothschild: The 2010 Mouton possesses the highest level of Cabernet Sauvignon (94%) of any wine this estate has produced. Combined with 6% Merlot, the wine achieved 13.9% natural alcohol. Under director Philippe Dalhuin, the harvest was accomplished between September 28 and October 13, and only 49% of the crop made it into this powerful effort. Reminiscent of the 1986, it is a 50-60 year wine that is not meant for consumers looking for near-term gratification. This backward, tannic, full-bodied, exceptionally promising 2010 reveals enormous weight along with extravagant levels of precise, fresh boysenberry and creme de cassis fruit. The abundant minerality is due no doubt to the fresh acidity. In need of at least 15 years of cellaring, it will undoubtedly remain an infant at age 25 Robert Parker 97-100 punten Tasted 17 Feb: Very youthful and very Cabernet and pretty spicy. Very correct and with an attractive dryness on the finish. Very snazzy. Tasted 8 Apr: 94% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6% Merlot. Burnished dark pruney crimson. Very opulent and heady on the nose. Lovely perfume. Lots of fully ripe black fruits. Amazingly polished - so much so that you are almost distracted from the huge tannic charge. Not quite as dense as some of the greatest 2010s but very well balanced. Hugely Cabernet. As in 2009, great care has been taken not to produce too heavy a wine. There is almost Lafite-like structure here. Very, very polished middle palate. Bone dry, pretty tannic finish. Jancis Robinson 18.5 punten) | |||||||||
| 16-06 | Pichon Lalande | Pauillac | Deuxième Grand Cru Classé | Robert Parker 92-95 | 0.75cl | € 209.80 | | ||
| Château Pichon Lalande: I tasted the 2010 Pichon Lalande on three separate occasions, two consistent and one that underperformed, hence the question mark. A blend of 66% Cabernet Sauvignon, 24% Merlot, 7% Cabernet Franc and 3% Petit Verdot, it reveals an opaque purple color as well as a thick, unctuous style with fresh blackberry and cassis fruit intermixed with hints of graphite, herbs and coffee. The vintage's tell-tale minerality is present in this structured, tannic, backward effort. It will require 5-6 years of cellaring and should age for 25-30 years. Robert Parker 92-95 punten Wine Spectator 92-95 punten | |||||||||
| Pichon Lalande: I tasted the 2010 Pichon Lalande on three separate occasions, two consistent and one that underperformed, hence the question mark. A blend of 66% Cabernet Sauvignon, 24% Merlot, 7% Cabernet Franc and 3% Petit Verdot, it reveals an opaque purple color as well as a thick, unctuous style with fresh blackberry and cassis fruit intermixed with hints of graphite, herbs and coffee. The vintage's tell-tale minerality is present in this structured, tannic, backward effort. It will require 5-6 years of cellaring and should age for 25-30 years. Robert Parker 92-95 punten Wine Spectator 92-95 punten | |||||||||
| 15-06 | Pichon Longueville Baron | Pauillac | Deuxième Grand Cru Classé | Robert Parker 97-99 | 0.75cl | € 199.80 | | ||
| Château Pichon Longueville Baron: A prodigious, blockbuster effort from Pichon Longueville Baron, the 2010 is reminiscent of this estate's titanic offerings in 1989 and 1990, but may be even greater with 30 years of longevity. Kudos to proprietor AXA and general director Christian Seeley. It was absolutely compelling on each of the three times I tasted it. Black/purple-colored with super concentration and richness as well as full body, it offers an awesome display of creme de cassis, blackberry liqueur, licorice, camphor and spring flowers. Stunningly pure and unctuously textured with high but sweet, well-integrated tannins, this superstar of the vintage is definitely a wine to purchase as a future. Anticipated maturity: 2015-2040. Robert Parker 97-99 punten James Suckling: 95-96 Wine Spectator: 95-98 Decanter: ***** (18,5) Neal Martin: 94-96 Jancis Robinson: 18 | |||||||||
| Pichon Longueville Baron: A prodigious, blockbuster effort from Pichon Longueville Baron, the 2010 is reminiscent of this estate's titanic offerings in 1989 and 1990, but may be even greater with 30 years of longevity. Kudos to proprietor AXA and general director Christian Seeley. It was absolutely compelling on each of the three times I tasted it. Black/purple-colored with super concentration and richness as well as full body, it offers an awesome display of creme de cassis, blackberry liqueur, licorice, camphor and spring flowers. Stunningly pure and unctuously textured with high but sweet, well-integrated tannins, this superstar of the vintage is definitely a wine to purchase as a future. Anticipated maturity: 2015-2040. Robert Parker 97-99 punten James Suckling: 95-96 Wine Spectator: 95-98 Decanter: ***** (18,5) Neal Martin: 94-96 Jancis Robinson: 18 | |||||||||
| 08-06 | Pontet Canet | Pauillac | Cinquième Grand Cru Classé | Robert Parker 96-100 | 0.75cl | € | | ||
| Château Pontet Canet: Pontet-Canet’s 2010 harvest took place between September 29 and October 17 (this vineyard is one of the few in Bordeaux that is fully certified as biodynamic) and the final blend was 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot and the rest Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot that achieved nearly 15% natural alcohol. A remarkable, full-bodied effort (as was the estate’s 2009 and 2008), like so many recent vintages from proprietor Alfred Tesseron, it is of first-growth quality (some may even argue that it eclipses several first-growths). Dense purple to the rim, it offers classic notes of crème de cassis, graphite, subtle smoke and spring flowers. Multidimensional with massive concentration as well as vivid purity, precision and freshness, this is astonishing effort from an obsessive/compulsive proprietor who is doing everything right. On the downside, this 2010 will require a decade of cellaring and should evolve for 50+ years. It will be fascinating to drink it side by side with the 2009 and 2008 Robert Parker 96-100 punten GELIMITEERD | |||||||||
| Pontet Canet: Pontet-Canet’s 2010 harvest took place between September 29 and October 17 (this vineyard is one of the few in Bordeaux that is fully certified as biodynamic) and the final blend was 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot and the rest Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot that achieved nearly 15% natural alcohol. A remarkable, full-bodied effort (as was the estate’s 2009 and 2008), like so many recent vintages from proprietor Alfred Tesseron, it is of first-growth quality (some may even argue that it eclipses several first-growths). Dense purple to the rim, it offers classic notes of crème de cassis, graphite, subtle smoke and spring flowers. Multidimensional with massive concentration as well as vivid purity, precision and freshness, this is astonishing effort from an obsessive/compulsive proprietor who is doing everything right. On the downside, this 2010 will require a decade of cellaring and should evolve for 50+ years. It will be fascinating to drink it side by side with the 2009 and 2008 Robert Parker 96-100 punten GELIMITEERD | |||||||||
| 16-06 | Branon | Pessac-Léognan | Cru Classé Graves | Robert Parker 96-98 | 0.75cl | € 119.90 | | ||
| Château Branon: The fruit from this vineyard, planted on a small outcropping of gravel close to both Haut-Bailly and Malartic-Lagraviere, used to be blended with Haut-Bergey until the Garcin family decided it had such an impressive potential that it had to be culled out. A blend of equal parts Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, the production is a tiny 6,000-8,000 bottles. The debut vintage, 2000, was one of the superstars of that superlative vintage. The 2010 reveals awesome potential. It offers a dense opaque purple color along with a glorious as well as classic Graves bouquet of smoky barbecue scents, blackberries, cassis, tobacco leaf and plums. Deep, full-bodied and pure with singularity, freshness and precision, this stunning 2010 should be accessible in 2-3 years and last for 2-3 decades. Robert Parker 96-98 punten In originele kisten van 6 flessen. | |||||||||
| Branon: The fruit from this vineyard, planted on a small outcropping of gravel close to both Haut-Bailly and Malartic-Lagraviere, used to be blended with Haut-Bergey until the Garcin family decided it had such an impressive potential that it had to be culled out. A blend of equal parts Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, the production is a tiny 6,000-8,000 bottles. The debut vintage, 2000, was one of the superstars of that superlative vintage. The 2010 reveals awesome potential. It offers a dense opaque purple color along with a glorious as well as classic Graves bouquet of smoky barbecue scents, blackberries, cassis, tobacco leaf and plums. Deep, full-bodied and pure with singularity, freshness and precision, this stunning 2010 should be accessible in 2-3 years and last for 2-3 decades. Robert Parker 96-98 punten In originele kisten van 6 flessen. | |||||||||
| 24-05 | Brown | Pessac-Léognan | - | Wine Spectator 91-94 | 0.75cl | € | | ||
| Château Brown: James Suckling 92-93 punten | |||||||||
| Brown: James Suckling 92-93 punten | |||||||||
| 14-06 | Brown blanc | Pessac-Léognan | Cru Classé Graves | Wine Spectator 90-93 | 0.75cl | € | | ||
| Château Brown blanc: Wine Spectator 90-93 punten James Suckling 91-92 punten Neal Martin 88-90 punten | |||||||||
| Brown blanc: Wine Spectator 90-93 punten James Suckling 91-92 punten Neal Martin 88-90 punten | |||||||||
| 08-06 | Carbonnieux Blanc | Pessac-Léognan | Cru Classé Graves | Neal Martin 91-93 | 0.75cl | € 30.65 | | ||
| Château Carbonnieux Blanc: Neal Martin 91-93 punten | |||||||||
| Carbonnieux Blanc: Neal Martin 91-93 punten | |||||||||
| 08-06 | Carbonnieux rouge | Pessac-Léognan | Cru Classé Graves | Robert Parker 91-93 | 0.75cl | € 30.95 | | ||
| Château Carbonnieux rouge: Abundant minerality, spicy unsmoked cigar tobacco and red and black currant characteristics emerge from this medium to full-bodied Pessac-Léogang. Displaying more power, depth, muscle and tannin than usual, this opaque ruby/purple-hued 2010 should evolve for 20-25 years Robert Parker 91-93 punten | |||||||||
| Carbonnieux rouge: Abundant minerality, spicy unsmoked cigar tobacco and red and black currant characteristics emerge from this medium to full-bodied Pessac-Léogang. Displaying more power, depth, muscle and tannin than usual, this opaque ruby/purple-hued 2010 should evolve for 20-25 years Robert Parker 91-93 punten | |||||||||
| 10-06 | Domaine de Chevalier | Pessac-Léognan | Cru Classé Graves | Wine Spectator 92-95 | 0.75cl | € 73.20 | | ||
| Château Domaine de Chevalier: Consultant Stephane Derenoncourt along with owner Olivier Bernard have done a fabulous job over recent years, but the tannic, backward 2010 Domaine de Chevalier seemed primary and difficult to assess when I tasted it on three separate occasions. The natural alcohol is 13.5% from a blend of 63% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot and the rest Petit Verdot. A youthful inky/blue/purple color is opaque to the rim and the nose offers elegant aromas of crushed rocks, acacia flowers, boysenberries, black currants and subtle toast as well as oak. This thick, rich, tannic, backward wine will require patience. I would guess 7-10 years of cellaring will be essential, but this is a 30- to 40- year wine. Robert Parker 91-93 punten James Suckling 95-96 punten Wine Spectator 92-95 punten Neal Martin 93-95 punten Jancis Robinson 17,5+ | |||||||||
| Domaine de Chevalier: Consultant Stephane Derenoncourt along with owner Olivier Bernard have done a fabulous job over recent years, but the tannic, backward 2010 Domaine de Chevalier seemed primary and difficult to assess when I tasted it on three separate occasions. The natural alcohol is 13.5% from a blend of 63% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot and the rest Petit Verdot. A youthful inky/blue/purple color is opaque to the rim and the nose offers elegant aromas of crushed rocks, acacia flowers, boysenberries, black currants and subtle toast as well as oak. This thick, rich, tannic, backward wine will require patience. I would guess 7-10 years of cellaring will be essential, but this is a 30- to 40- year wine. Robert Parker 91-93 punten James Suckling 95-96 punten Wine Spectator 92-95 punten Neal Martin 93-95 punten Jancis Robinson 17,5+ | |||||||||
| 16-06 | Haut Bailly | Pessac-Léognan | Cru Classé Graves | Robert Parker 95-97 | 0.75cl | € 134.85 | | ||
| Château Haut Bailly: Proprietor Robert Wilmers and general manager/winemaker Veronique Sanders have done an extraordinary job at this estate, which has now become one of the superstars of Bordeaux as recent vintages have admirably demonstrated. An opulently styled effort, the blue/purple-hued 2010 offers a sweet kiss of graphite, charcoal, black cherries, black currants and compelling forest floor-like notes. A seamless integration of acidity, tannin, alcohol and oak is found in this full-bodied yet delicate, precise 2010. There is plenty of tannin but it is well-hidden behind the extravagant quantity of fruit. Give it 5-7 years and drink it over the following 35-40 years. Robert Parker 95-97 punten James Suckling: 95-96 Decanter: ***** 18.5 | |||||||||
| Haut Bailly: Proprietor Robert Wilmers and general manager/winemaker Veronique Sanders have done an extraordinary job at this estate, which has now become one of the superstars of Bordeaux as recent vintages have admirably demonstrated. An opulently styled effort, the blue/purple-hued 2010 offers a sweet kiss of graphite, charcoal, black cherries, black currants and compelling forest floor-like notes. A seamless integration of acidity, tannin, alcohol and oak is found in this full-bodied yet delicate, precise 2010. There is plenty of tannin but it is well-hidden behind the extravagant quantity of fruit. Give it 5-7 years and drink it over the following 35-40 years. Robert Parker 95-97 punten James Suckling: 95-96 Decanter: ***** 18.5 | |||||||||
| 08-06 | Haut Bergey | Pessac-Léognan | Cru Classé Graves | Robert Parker 92-94 | 0.75cl | € 29.70 | | ||
| Château Haut Bergey: This estate is well-worth following given the fact that is always a realistic value and in most top vintages an over-achiever as well. Owned by the Garcin family, the 2010 Haut-Bergey (from a vineyard near Haut-Bailly) is composed of 70% Cabernet Sauvignon and 30% Merlot (unusual for this area). Possessing a deep ruby/purple hue as well as notes of creosote, charcoal, tobacco leaf, black currants and cherries, this sleeper of the vintage is opulent and luscious with a multilayered texture. Surprisingly forward with excellent freshness and depth, no hard edges, and a heady finish, it can be enjoyed over the next 10-12 years. Wine Spectator 92-95 punten | |||||||||
| Haut Bergey: This estate is well-worth following given the fact that is always a realistic value and in most top vintages an over-achiever as well. Owned by the Garcin family, the 2010 Haut-Bergey (from a vineyard near Haut-Bailly) is composed of 70% Cabernet Sauvignon and 30% Merlot (unusual for this area). Possessing a deep ruby/purple hue as well as notes of creosote, charcoal, tobacco leaf, black currants and cherries, this sleeper of the vintage is opulent and luscious with a multilayered texture. Surprisingly forward with excellent freshness and depth, no hard edges, and a heady finish, it can be enjoyed over the next 10-12 years. Wine Spectator 92-95 punten | |||||||||
| 30-06 | Haut-Brion | Pessac-Léognan | Premier Grand Cru Classé | Robert Parker 98-100 | 0.75cl | € 1026.75 | | ||
| Château Haut-Brion: Following a harvest that finished on October 10, Haut-Brion produced a 2010 that should turn out to be one of its all-time greats ... an amazing feat given what they have accomplished over recent vintages. A blend of 57% Cabernet Sauvignon, 23% Merlot and the rest Cabernet Franc that came in at 14.6% alcohol, the 2010 boasts an opaque purple color as well as a gorgeous perfume of scorched earth/burning embers, blueberries, black currant liqueur and crushed rocks. Full and opulent with nobility, finesse, purity and elegance, this amazing effort possesses extraordinary levels of extract as well as formidable, but sweet, well-integrated tannins. It requires 8-10 years of cellaring and should drink well for 50+ years. Rober Parker 98-100 punten Wine Spectator 96-99 punten Jancis Robinson 18++ punten | |||||||||
| Haut-Brion: Following a harvest that finished on October 10, Haut-Brion produced a 2010 that should turn out to be one of its all-time greats ... an amazing feat given what they have accomplished over recent vintages. A blend of 57% Cabernet Sauvignon, 23% Merlot and the rest Cabernet Franc that came in at 14.6% alcohol, the 2010 boasts an opaque purple color as well as a gorgeous perfume of scorched earth/burning embers, blueberries, black currant liqueur and crushed rocks. Full and opulent with nobility, finesse, purity and elegance, this amazing effort possesses extraordinary levels of extract as well as formidable, but sweet, well-integrated tannins. It requires 8-10 years of cellaring and should drink well for 50+ years. Rober Parker 98-100 punten Wine Spectator 96-99 punten Jancis Robinson 18++ punten | |||||||||
| 07-06 | Latour Martillac Rouge | Pessac-Léognan | Cru Classé Graves | Robert Parker 90-92 | 0.75cl | € 29.95 | | ||
| Château Latour Martillac Rouge: The strongest vintage from Latour-Martillac since their 2005, this dense purple-colored 2010 offers up notes of black currants, graphite, smoke and earth. Deep and full-bodied with superb purity and moderate tannin, it is reminiscent of the 2005, which is just beginning to emerge from a dormant stage. Give the 2010 3-4 years of cellaring and drink it over the following two decades. Robert Parker 90-92 punten | |||||||||
| Latour Martillac Rouge: The strongest vintage from Latour-Martillac since their 2005, this dense purple-colored 2010 offers up notes of black currants, graphite, smoke and earth. Deep and full-bodied with superb purity and moderate tannin, it is reminiscent of the 2005, which is just beginning to emerge from a dormant stage. Give the 2010 3-4 years of cellaring and drink it over the following two decades. Robert Parker 90-92 punten | |||||||||
| 07-06 | Latour-Martillac blanc | Pessac-Léognan | Cru Classé Graves | Robert Parker 91-93 | 0.75cl | € 29.95 | | ||
| Château Latour-Martillac blanc: One of the strongest dry whites I have tasted from this producer, it exhibits plenty of fig, melon, licorice and honeysuckle notes. Robert Parker: 91-93 | |||||||||
| Latour-Martillac blanc: One of the strongest dry whites I have tasted from this producer, it exhibits plenty of fig, melon, licorice and honeysuckle notes. Robert Parker: 91-93 | |||||||||
| 30-06 | Le Clarence de Haut Brion | Pessac-Léognan | Cru Classé Graves | Wine Spectator 93-96 , | 0.75cl | € 163.75 | | ||
| Château Le Clarence de Haut Brion: Probably the greatest second wine made at this estate since the 1989 Bahans-Haut-Brion, this blend of 52% Merlot, 36% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Cabernet Franc and 2% Petit Verdot reveals elegant minerality along with lots of sweet black cherry and raspberry fruit intermixed with hints of damp earth and forest floor. Medium to full-bodied and lush, it should drink beautifully for 10-15 years. Robert Parker 90-93 punten | |||||||||
| Le Clarence de Haut Brion: Probably the greatest second wine made at this estate since the 1989 Bahans-Haut-Brion, this blend of 52% Merlot, 36% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Cabernet Franc and 2% Petit Verdot reveals elegant minerality along with lots of sweet black cherry and raspberry fruit intermixed with hints of damp earth and forest floor. Medium to full-bodied and lush, it should drink beautifully for 10-15 years. Robert Parker 90-93 punten | |||||||||
| 08-06 | Malartic Lagravière Blanc | Pessac-Léognan | Cru Classé Graves | Robert Parker 93-95 | 0.75cl | € 67.95 | | ||
| Château Malartic Lagravière Blanc: A spectacular blend of 85% Sauvignon Blanc and 15% Semillon offers lots of honeyed melons, tropical fruit and subtle oak. Brilliant! Robert Parker 93-95 punten | |||||||||
| Malartic Lagravière Blanc: A spectacular blend of 85% Sauvignon Blanc and 15% Semillon offers lots of honeyed melons, tropical fruit and subtle oak. Brilliant! Robert Parker 93-95 punten | |||||||||
| 08-06 | Malartic Lagravière Rouge | Pessac-Léognan | Cru Classé Graves | Robert Parker 92-94 | 0.75cl | € 53.65 | | ||
| Château Malartic Lagravière Rouge: A beautiful wine from proprietor Alexandre Bonnie’s 115-acre vineyard, this blend of 45% Cabernet Sauvignon, 45% Merlot and the rest Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot hit 14% natural alcohol. The Cabernet Sauvignon harvest was late, ending on October 18. The wine’s dense purple color is followed by aromas of vanillin, smoked herbs, tobacco leaf, black currants and blackberries. This rich, elegant Pessac-Léognan is loaded with potential. It should drink well in 3-4 years and evolve for 20-25. Robert Parker 92-94 punten | |||||||||
| Malartic Lagravière Rouge: A beautiful wine from proprietor Alexandre Bonnie’s 115-acre vineyard, this blend of 45% Cabernet Sauvignon, 45% Merlot and the rest Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot hit 14% natural alcohol. The Cabernet Sauvignon harvest was late, ending on October 18. The wine’s dense purple color is followed by aromas of vanillin, smoked herbs, tobacco leaf, black currants and blackberries. This rich, elegant Pessac-Léognan is loaded with potential. It should drink well in 3-4 years and evolve for 20-25. Robert Parker 92-94 punten | |||||||||
| 15-06 | Smith Haut Lafitte Rouge | Pessac-Léognan | 1er Grand Cru Classé A | Robert Parker 95-97 | 0.75cl | € 116.50 | | ||
| Château Smith Haut Lafitte Rouge: A qualitative home run, right up there with the profound 2005 and more opulent 2009, Smith-Haut-Lafitte has turned in a remarkable performance in this vintage, but then again, so have many other chateaux. A blend of 64% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, and the rest Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc, the wine has an inky/purple color and an extraordinary nose of graphite, blackberries, cassis, licorice, smoke, and camphor. The unbelievable skyscraper-like texture, stunning purity, and formidable intensity make for a remarkably rich, long, full-bodied wine that is classic Graves, but at the same time a staggering 2010. Anticipated maturity: 2015-2035+. Robert Parker 95-97 punten | |||||||||
| Smith Haut Lafitte Rouge: A qualitative home run, right up there with the profound 2005 and more opulent 2009, Smith-Haut-Lafitte has turned in a remarkable performance in this vintage, but then again, so have many other chateaux. A blend of 64% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, and the rest Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc, the wine has an inky/purple color and an extraordinary nose of graphite, blackberries, cassis, licorice, smoke, and camphor. The unbelievable skyscraper-like texture, stunning purity, and formidable intensity make for a remarkably rich, long, full-bodied wine that is classic Graves, but at the same time a staggering 2010. Anticipated maturity: 2015-2035+. Robert Parker 95-97 punten | |||||||||
| 15-06 | Clinet | Pomerol | - | Robert Parker 95-98 | 0.75cl | € 128.70 | | ||
| Château Clinet: A spectacular success in this vintage, this blend of 85% Merlot, 12% Cabernet Sauvignon and the rest Cabernet Franc achieved 15% natural alcohol. Sadly, there are only 3,400 cases primarily because of the small Merlot crop (yields were only 29 hectoliters per hectare). The wine's opaque purple color is followed by an extraordinary bouquet of boysenberries, blueberries, black currants, licorice, truffles and a hint of asphalt. The wine possesses great intensity, a multidimensional mouthfeel, stunning glycerin and richness, and wonderful freshness as well as precision because of the vintage conditions. This massive Pomerol will age effortlessly for 30-35 years. Equaling what Clinet achieved in 1989 and 1990, it is the third successive great vintage for this estate. Robert Parker 95-98 punten | |||||||||
| Clinet: A spectacular success in this vintage, this blend of 85% Merlot, 12% Cabernet Sauvignon and the rest Cabernet Franc achieved 15% natural alcohol. Sadly, there are only 3,400 cases primarily because of the small Merlot crop (yields were only 29 hectoliters per hectare). The wine's opaque purple color is followed by an extraordinary bouquet of boysenberries, blueberries, black currants, licorice, truffles and a hint of asphalt. The wine possesses great intensity, a multidimensional mouthfeel, stunning glycerin and richness, and wonderful freshness as well as precision because of the vintage conditions. This massive Pomerol will age effortlessly for 30-35 years. Equaling what Clinet achieved in 1989 and 1990, it is the third successive great vintage for this estate. Robert Parker 95-98 punten | |||||||||
| 25-08 | De Sales | Pomerol | - | 0.75cl | € 21.35 | | |||
| 30-05 | Hosanna | Pomerol | - | Robert Parker 94-96 | 0.75cl | € | | ||
| Château Hosanna: There are approximately 1500 cases of this 80% Merlot/20 % Cabernet Franc blend. Owned by Christian Moueix. Hosanna was carved out of the old estate of Certan Giraud with the finest parcels going in to Hosanna. The dense purple-hued 2010 exhibits a sweet bouquet of melted chocolate,black raspberries.black currants, coffe and Asian plum sauce. Full -bodied and rich wth serious tannin.good acidity and alcohol that must be pushing toward 14.5%, it will benefit from 2-3 yearsof cellearing and shuold last for 20-25 years. Robert Parker 94-96 punten. | |||||||||
| Hosanna: There are approximately 1500 cases of this 80% Merlot/20 % Cabernet Franc blend. Owned by Christian Moueix. Hosanna was carved out of the old estate of Certan Giraud with the finest parcels going in to Hosanna. The dense purple-hued 2010 exhibits a sweet bouquet of melted chocolate,black raspberries.black currants, coffe and Asian plum sauce. Full -bodied and rich wth serious tannin.good acidity and alcohol that must be pushing toward 14.5%, it will benefit from 2-3 yearsof cellearing and shuold last for 20-25 years. Robert Parker 94-96 punten. | |||||||||
| 29-06 | L' Eglise Clinet | Pomerol | - | Robert Parker 96-100 | 0.75cl | € 414.95 | | ||
| Château L' Eglise Clinet: Proprietor Denis Durantou has again produced one of Bordeaux's most profound wines, which seems to be happening routinely at this tiny estate on the Pomerol plateau. Opaque purple to the rim, with a wonderfully sweet nose of mulberry and black fruit, hints of mocha and caramel, and some subtle background oak, the 2010 is very expansive, multi-dimensional, with stunning purity, richness and equilibrium. The finish is very long, with significant tannins, but they are beautifully integrated. This is a massive L'Eglise Clinet that will need 8-10 years of cellaring at the very minimum, and should keep for 40+ years. Robert Parker 96-100 punten Decanter: **** 18.5 Neal Martin: 96-98 Jancis Robinson: 18 | |||||||||
| L' Eglise Clinet: Proprietor Denis Durantou has again produced one of Bordeaux's most profound wines, which seems to be happening routinely at this tiny estate on the Pomerol plateau. Opaque purple to the rim, with a wonderfully sweet nose of mulberry and black fruit, hints of mocha and caramel, and some subtle background oak, the 2010 is very expansive, multi-dimensional, with stunning purity, richness and equilibrium. The finish is very long, with significant tannins, but they are beautifully integrated. This is a massive L'Eglise Clinet that will need 8-10 years of cellaring at the very minimum, and should keep for 40+ years. Robert Parker 96-100 punten Decanter: **** 18.5 Neal Martin: 96-98 Jancis Robinson: 18 | |||||||||
| 28-06 | La Conseillante | Pomerol | - | Robert Parker 95-98 | 0.75cl | € 226.50 | | ||
| Château La Conseillante: A monumental La Conseillante, the 2010 completes a remarkable decade for this estate. Quintessentially floral, this dense purple-colored effort reveals sweet flowery black raspberry and blueberry liqueur notes, more power, muscle and concentration than most vintages and exquisite elegance, purity and personality. Serious tannin lurks beneath the surface, but the overall impression is of a medium to full-bodied, strikingly deep, beautifully pure, well-balanced wine. Give it 3-5 years of cellaring and drink it over the following 25-30+. Robert Parker 95-98 punten James Molesworth: 94-97 Jeff Leve: 95-96 Jancis Robinson: 17 Neal Martin: 94-96 Decanter: **** (18,5) | |||||||||
| La Conseillante: A monumental La Conseillante, the 2010 completes a remarkable decade for this estate. Quintessentially floral, this dense purple-colored effort reveals sweet flowery black raspberry and blueberry liqueur notes, more power, muscle and concentration than most vintages and exquisite elegance, purity and personality. Serious tannin lurks beneath the surface, but the overall impression is of a medium to full-bodied, strikingly deep, beautifully pure, well-balanced wine. Give it 3-5 years of cellaring and drink it over the following 25-30+. Robert Parker 95-98 punten James Molesworth: 94-97 Jeff Leve: 95-96 Jancis Robinson: 17 Neal Martin: 94-96 Decanter: **** (18,5) | |||||||||
| 08-06 | La Croix de Gay | Pomerol | - | Robert Parker 89-91 | 0.75cl | € 32.95 | | ||
| Château La Croix de Gay: Robert Parker 89-91 punten | |||||||||
| La Croix de Gay: Robert Parker 89-91 punten | |||||||||
| 31-05 | La Croix Saint Georges | Pomerol | - | Robert Parker 90-93 | 0.75cl | € 50.25 | | ||
| Château La Croix Saint Georges: Wine Spectator 90-93 punten | |||||||||
| La Croix Saint Georges: Wine Spectator 90-93 punten | |||||||||
| 08-06 | La Fleur de Gay | Pomerol | - | Robert Parker 90-93 | 0.75cl | € 93.20 | | ||
| Château La Fleur de Gay: Robert Parker 90-93 punten Neal Martin 93-95 punten | |||||||||
| La Fleur de Gay: Robert Parker 90-93 punten Neal Martin 93-95 punten | |||||||||
| 08-06 | La Violette | Pomerol | - | Robert Parker 94-97 | 0.75cl | € 217.50 | | ||
| Château La Violette: This tiny jewel of a property consists of five acres planted with 100% Merlot (over 50 years of age) in clay, limestone and gravelly soils, situated between Le Pin and Trotanoy. Made from yields of 20 hectoliters per hectare, the 2010, surprisingly, possesses only 13.5% alcohol (some of its neighbors hit 14.5-15%). As its name suggests, the hallmark of La Violette is its striking floral character. In many ways it is a more flowery version of La Conseillante, which comes from the gravelly soils on the St.-Emilion border. This offering's dense ruby/purple color is accompanied by sweet aromas of flowers, raspberries and kirsch. With sweet tannins, a full-bodied richness and elegance as well as a sublime lightness, this unusual Pomerol is characterized by its quintessential finesse, elegance and flowery qualities. A remarkable wine, it can be drunk young or cellared for 15-20 years. Robert Parker 94-97 punten | |||||||||
| La Violette: This tiny jewel of a property consists of five acres planted with 100% Merlot (over 50 years of age) in clay, limestone and gravelly soils, situated between Le Pin and Trotanoy. Made from yields of 20 hectoliters per hectare, the 2010, surprisingly, possesses only 13.5% alcohol (some of its neighbors hit 14.5-15%). As its name suggests, the hallmark of La Violette is its striking floral character. In many ways it is a more flowery version of La Conseillante, which comes from the gravelly soils on the St.-Emilion border. This offering's dense ruby/purple color is accompanied by sweet aromas of flowers, raspberries and kirsch. With sweet tannins, a full-bodied richness and elegance as well as a sublime lightness, this unusual Pomerol is characterized by its quintessential finesse, elegance and flowery qualities. A remarkable wine, it can be drunk young or cellared for 15-20 years. Robert Parker 94-97 punten | |||||||||
| 20-04 | Lagrange | Pomerol | - | Wine Spectator 91-94 | 0.75cl | € 32.95 | | ||
| Château Lagrange: Fijne kruidige neus, mooie zuren, lekkere rijpe tannines. Mooie frisse balans. T.O. Lagrange's relatively new winemaking team appears to have backed off the aggressive oak regime and the result is a wine with better overall balance. Still a backward, muscular/masculine style of St.-Julien, it reveals abundant tannin along with a subtle hint of vanillin intermixed with lead pencil shavings, white chocolate, black currant and cassis characteristics. Although less expressive than some of its 2010 peers, it is a big, powerful, rich wine that needs a decade of cellaring. It should last for 30 years. Robert Parker 89-92 punten | |||||||||
| Lagrange: Fijne kruidige neus, mooie zuren, lekkere rijpe tannines. Mooie frisse balans. T.O. Lagrange's relatively new winemaking team appears to have backed off the aggressive oak regime and the result is a wine with better overall balance. Still a backward, muscular/masculine style of St.-Julien, it reveals abundant tannin along with a subtle hint of vanillin intermixed with lead pencil shavings, white chocolate, black currant and cassis characteristics. Although less expressive than some of its 2010 peers, it is a big, powerful, rich wine that needs a decade of cellaring. It should last for 30 years. Robert Parker 89-92 punten | |||||||||
| 20-04 | Latour à Pomerol | Pomerol | - | Wine Spectator 95-98 | 0.75cl | € | | ||
| Château Latour à Pomerol: Decanter: Plenty of freshness and length. Tannins rounded and fine. Very pure and harmonious. On a par with '09. Drink 2018-2035. (17 points) Robert Parker: 92-94 punten Bouquet van intens rood fruit, concentratie, leer, stevige structuur. Lengte. Goede bewaarwijn. T.O. | |||||||||
| Latour à Pomerol: Decanter: Plenty of freshness and length. Tannins rounded and fine. Very pure and harmonious. On a par with '09. Drink 2018-2035. (17 points) Robert Parker: 92-94 punten Bouquet van intens rood fruit, concentratie, leer, stevige structuur. Lengte. Goede bewaarwijn. T.O. | |||||||||
| 08-06 | Le Gay | Pomerol | - | Robert Parker 95-97 | 0.75cl | € | | ||
| Château Le Gay: Robert Parker 95-97 punten | |||||||||
| Le Gay: Robert Parker 95-97 punten | |||||||||
| 17-05 | Le Moulin | Pomerol | - | Robert Parker 92-95 | 0.75cl | € 45.50 | | ||
| Château Le Moulin: Wine Spectator 92-95 punten Jancis Robinson 16-20 punten Le Moulin: Wine Advocate From lawyer and Judge Michel Querre, Le Moulin is a somewhat under the radar Pomerol that I have always found to have a kinship to Le Pin, if only because of its exuberant exoticism. The deep ruby/purple-hued 2010 reveals layers of fruitcake, spice box, plum, black currant and cherry characteristics. Medium to full-bodied, deep and already irresistible, it may have slightly high acids and a lower pH than usual, but it is a big, loaded Pomerol that should drink well for 12-15+ years. Robert Parker 92-95 punten | |||||||||
| Le Moulin: Wine Spectator 92-95 punten Jancis Robinson 16-20 punten Le Moulin: Wine Advocate From lawyer and Judge Michel Querre, Le Moulin is a somewhat under the radar Pomerol that I have always found to have a kinship to Le Pin, if only because of its exuberant exoticism. The deep ruby/purple-hued 2010 reveals layers of fruitcake, spice box, plum, black currant and cherry characteristics. Medium to full-bodied, deep and already irresistible, it may have slightly high acids and a lower pH than usual, but it is a big, loaded Pomerol that should drink well for 12-15+ years. Robert Parker 92-95 punten | |||||||||
| 06-07 | Petrus | Pomerol | - | JS. 100 - GELIMITEERD | 0.75cl | € | | ||
| Château Petrus: GELIMITEERD VERKRIJGBAAR One of the most concentrated and massive Petrus offerings I have ever tasted, yields in 2010 were 35 hectoliters per hectare and the grapes were harvested between September 27 and October 2. The wine achieved 14.5% natural alcohol versus the 14.4% that was attained in 2009. Petrus has reduced its use of new oak over the last decade, now averaging under 50%. The 2010's dense purple color is followed by classic aromas of mulberries, black cherries, black currants, licorice, mocha, caramel and truffles. Full-bodied, multi-dimensional and impressively pure with high but sweet, well-integrated tannins, this 2010 should drink well for 30+ years. Robert Parker 98-100 punten Tasted at the chateau, leaving the sample to open over five minutes, the nose unfurls enticingly in the glass. The bouquet displays extraordinary concentration with dark berries, boysenberry, crushed stone and a touch of crushed violet. Sumptuous like the 2009 but with a touch more delineation. The palate is medium-bodied but incredibly powerful, a maelstrom of flavours: dark cherries, briary, candied orange peel, a hint of spice but what is ethereal is the precision and clarity on the finish is stunning and defines the 2010 in its youth. Very sensual, very complete, very Petrus. Neal Martin 96-98 punten This is extraordinary. It is just like 1989 (100 points for me) but it is even more refined and defined. It's so deep and compelling. I put my nose in the glass and I knew it was perfection. Full, yet super refined. So so long. It just builds and builds with flavor, like a tiny light in the sky that becomes a falling star. It is phenomenal. The analytical figures for the wine are off the charts with 15 percent more tannin than 2009, a pH of 3.5, and 14.5% alcohol. Jamses Suckling 100 punten | |||||||||
| Petrus: GELIMITEERD VERKRIJGBAAR One of the most concentrated and massive Petrus offerings I have ever tasted, yields in 2010 were 35 hectoliters per hectare and the grapes were harvested between September 27 and October 2. The wine achieved 14.5% natural alcohol versus the 14.4% that was attained in 2009. Petrus has reduced its use of new oak over the last decade, now averaging under 50%. The 2010's dense purple color is followed by classic aromas of mulberries, black cherries, black currants, licorice, mocha, caramel and truffles. Full-bodied, multi-dimensional and impressively pure with high but sweet, well-integrated tannins, this 2010 should drink well for 30+ years. Robert Parker 98-100 punten Tasted at the chateau, leaving the sample to open over five minutes, the nose unfurls enticingly in the glass. The bouquet displays extraordinary concentration with dark berries, boysenberry, crushed stone and a touch of crushed violet. Sumptuous like the 2009 but with a touch more delineation. The palate is medium-bodied but incredibly powerful, a maelstrom of flavours: dark cherries, briary, candied orange peel, a hint of spice but what is ethereal is the precision and clarity on the finish is stunning and defines the 2010 in its youth. Very sensual, very complete, very Petrus. Neal Martin 96-98 punten This is extraordinary. It is just like 1989 (100 points for me) but it is even more refined and defined. It's so deep and compelling. I put my nose in the glass and I knew it was perfection. Full, yet super refined. So so long. It just builds and builds with flavor, like a tiny light in the sky that becomes a falling star. It is phenomenal. The analytical figures for the wine are off the charts with 15 percent more tannin than 2009, a pH of 3.5, and 14.5% alcohol. Jamses Suckling 100 punten | |||||||||
| 30-05 | Trotanoy | Pomerol | - | Robert Parker 93-95 | 0.75cl | € | | ||
| Château Trotanoy: The 2010 Trotanoy should turn out to be as sublime as the 2008.It is bigger but more backward and monolithic effort with an inky/purple color as well as abundant black fruit and foresty characteristics. Made in a decidedly tannic/masculine,structured style,this wine is loaded,but a decade of patience will be essential for potential purchasers. Robert Parker 93-95+ punten | |||||||||
| Trotanoy: The 2010 Trotanoy should turn out to be as sublime as the 2008.It is bigger but more backward and monolithic effort with an inky/purple color as well as abundant black fruit and foresty characteristics. Made in a decidedly tannic/masculine,structured style,this wine is loaded,but a decade of patience will be essential for potential purchasers. Robert Parker 93-95+ punten | |||||||||
| 28-06 | Vieux Chateau Certan | Pomerol | - | Robert Parker 96-98 | 0.75cl | € 271.25 | | ||
| Château Vieux Chateau Certan: Alexandre Thienpont thinks 2010 is even more powerful and tannic than 2009. This is certainly a big wine, dominated by its Merlot component (86%, with the rest mostly Cabernet Franc). The natural alcohol level is 14.5%, slightly above 2009, but the pH is a healthy 3.7, and the wine, like so many 2010s, is a paradox. The alcohols are often the highest ever yet the acidities are fresh and lively, and the wine crisp and refined. This is a deep purple-colored wine, with loads of opulence and fat, a voluptuous texture and tremendous purity. The style is a modern-day version of what they probably achieved in 1947, 1949 and 1950. Thienpont attributes the wine's freshness to the lack of any real heat wave, the drought, and the very cool nights in September. This wine should drink well for 20-40 years. Robert Parker 96-98 punten James Suckling: 100 Wine Spectator: 96-99 Decanter: ***** (19) Jancis Robinson: 18,5 Neal Martin: 96-98 | |||||||||
| Vieux Chateau Certan: Alexandre Thienpont thinks 2010 is even more powerful and tannic than 2009. This is certainly a big wine, dominated by its Merlot component (86%, with the rest mostly Cabernet Franc). The natural alcohol level is 14.5%, slightly above 2009, but the pH is a healthy 3.7, and the wine, like so many 2010s, is a paradox. The alcohols are often the highest ever yet the acidities are fresh and lively, and the wine crisp and refined. This is a deep purple-colored wine, with loads of opulence and fat, a voluptuous texture and tremendous purity. The style is a modern-day version of what they probably achieved in 1947, 1949 and 1950. Thienpont attributes the wine's freshness to the lack of any real heat wave, the drought, and the very cool nights in September. This wine should drink well for 20-40 years. Robert Parker 96-98 punten James Suckling: 100 Wine Spectator: 96-99 Decanter: ***** (19) Jancis Robinson: 18,5 Neal Martin: 96-98 | |||||||||
| 31-05 | Vrai Croix de Gay | Pomerol | - | Wine Spectator 90-93 | 0.75cl | € 51.95 | | ||
| Château Vrai Croix de Gay: Cepages: 80% merlot, 20% cabernet-franc Average age of vines: 48 years Ageing: 14 to 16 months in French oak barrels, medium toast, 50% new Number of bottles: 10,000 “A great success this year. Fresh and fragrant - blueberry, violet notes with a hint of toasted oak behind. Pure and clean on the palate. Fine, ripe tannins. Long finish.” DECANTER, 17.5/20 Among Decanter’s 5 favorites of the Right Bank “Dark crimson. Very heady and rich and winning…Good balance with some freshness at the end. Drink 2015-2024.” Jancis Robinson 16.5/20 “Dark chocolate, with asphalt and blackberries on the nose. Full bodied, with soft and velvety tannins and a beautiful core of fruit. Long finish. Best ever from here?” James Suckling, 92-93 | |||||||||
| Vrai Croix de Gay: Cepages: 80% merlot, 20% cabernet-franc Average age of vines: 48 years Ageing: 14 to 16 months in French oak barrels, medium toast, 50% new Number of bottles: 10,000 “A great success this year. Fresh and fragrant - blueberry, violet notes with a hint of toasted oak behind. Pure and clean on the palate. Fine, ripe tannins. Long finish.” DECANTER, 17.5/20 Among Decanter’s 5 favorites of the Right Bank “Dark crimson. Very heady and rich and winning…Good balance with some freshness at the end. Drink 2015-2024.” Jancis Robinson 16.5/20 “Dark chocolate, with asphalt and blackberries on the nose. Full bodied, with soft and velvety tannins and a beautiful core of fruit. Long finish. Best ever from here?” James Suckling, 92-93 | |||||||||
| 30-06 | Angelus | Saint-Emilion | 1er Grand Cru Classé A | Robert Parker 94-96 | 0.75cl | € 338.50 | | ||
| Château Angelus: A blend of 55% Merlot and 45% Cabernet Franc cropped at 32 hectoliters per hectare, the 2010 may not hit the peaks of the extraordinary 2009 or 2005, but it is another fabulous wine from proprietor Hubert de Bouard. It boasts an inky/blue/purple color along with abundant aromas of acacia flowers, blueberry liqueur, black raspberries, licorice and subtle toasty oak in the background. A notion of graphite emerges as the wine sits in the glass, which tends to be a characteristic of Angelus. Long, rich, dense and full-bodied with high but well-integrated tannins, it will rival the 1989 and 1990 as well as the 2009 and 2005 as one of the finest wines made at this estate. At present, the 2009 has a slight edge because of its more sumptuous texture. Nevertheless, the 2010 is a great wine with a future of at least 30 years! Robert Parker 94-96 punten James Suckling 97-98 punten Wine Spectator 94-97 punten Jancis Robinson 17.5 punt | |||||||||
| Angelus: A blend of 55% Merlot and 45% Cabernet Franc cropped at 32 hectoliters per hectare, the 2010 may not hit the peaks of the extraordinary 2009 or 2005, but it is another fabulous wine from proprietor Hubert de Bouard. It boasts an inky/blue/purple color along with abundant aromas of acacia flowers, blueberry liqueur, black raspberries, licorice and subtle toasty oak in the background. A notion of graphite emerges as the wine sits in the glass, which tends to be a characteristic of Angelus. Long, rich, dense and full-bodied with high but well-integrated tannins, it will rival the 1989 and 1990 as well as the 2009 and 2005 as one of the finest wines made at this estate. At present, the 2009 has a slight edge because of its more sumptuous texture. Nevertheless, the 2010 is a great wine with a future of at least 30 years! Robert Parker 94-96 punten James Suckling 97-98 punten Wine Spectator 94-97 punten Jancis Robinson 17.5 punt | |||||||||
| 10-06 | Barde-Haut | Saint-Emilion | Grand Cru | Robert Parker 91-94 | 0.75cl | € 32.50 | | ||
| Château Barde-Haut: Readers looking for an exuberant, nearly flamboyant, exceptionally well-made St.-Emilion should check out this effort from the Garcin family, which has done such a fabulous job with their Graves, Haut-Bergey, and Pomerol, Clos l'Eglise. A blend of 90% Merlot and 10% Cabernet Franc from a beautifully situated vineyard near Troplong Mondot and Trottevielle, this cuvee reveals terrific fruit on the attack, mid-palate and finish. Abundant cassis and black cherry characteristics are presented in a juicy, savory, broadly textured style. The vintage's freshness, precision and zesty acids give uplift to a big, opulent, fleshy wine. Consume it over the next decade or more. Robert Parker 91-94 punten Wine Spectator 90-93 punten | |||||||||
| Barde-Haut: Readers looking for an exuberant, nearly flamboyant, exceptionally well-made St.-Emilion should check out this effort from the Garcin family, which has done such a fabulous job with their Graves, Haut-Bergey, and Pomerol, Clos l'Eglise. A blend of 90% Merlot and 10% Cabernet Franc from a beautifully situated vineyard near Troplong Mondot and Trottevielle, this cuvee reveals terrific fruit on the attack, mid-palate and finish. Abundant cassis and black cherry characteristics are presented in a juicy, savory, broadly textured style. The vintage's freshness, precision and zesty acids give uplift to a big, opulent, fleshy wine. Consume it over the next decade or more. Robert Parker 91-94 punten Wine Spectator 90-93 punten | |||||||||
| 15-06 | Beau-Séjour Becot | Saint-Emilion | 1er Grand Cru Classé A | Robert Parker 91-93 | 0.75cl | € 73.40 | | ||
| Château Beau-Séjour Becot: Tiny yields of 21 hectoliters per hectare produced a wine with 15% natural alcohol. The final blend was 73% Merlot, 23% Cabernet Franc and 4% Cabernet Sauvignon. Quite backward, as if malolactic fermentation had just finished, this opaque purple-hued, large-scaled, massive effort reveals high tannins, high extraction and huge concentration. Everything is present, but this wine looks set for a long life and will not be as sumptuous or opulent in its youth as the 2009 or 2008. Forget it for 5-8 years and drink it over the following three decades. Robert Parker 91-93 punten | |||||||||
| Beau-Séjour Becot: Tiny yields of 21 hectoliters per hectare produced a wine with 15% natural alcohol. The final blend was 73% Merlot, 23% Cabernet Franc and 4% Cabernet Sauvignon. Quite backward, as if malolactic fermentation had just finished, this opaque purple-hued, large-scaled, massive effort reveals high tannins, high extraction and huge concentration. Everything is present, but this wine looks set for a long life and will not be as sumptuous or opulent in its youth as the 2009 or 2008. Forget it for 5-8 years and drink it over the following three decades. Robert Parker 91-93 punten | |||||||||
| 30-05 | Belair-Monange | Saint-Emilion | 1er Grand Cru Classé B | Robert Parker 95-97 | 0.75cl | € 180.35 | | ||
| Château Belair-Monange: This tiny estate was in the qualitive doldrums for decades but it has been resurrected bi Christian Moueix and his son, Edmond, over the last year and the 2010 ranks alongside the briljant 2009. Two-thirds of this vineyard is planted on the pure limestone hillsides and the rest is on the Plateau of St.Emilion. One parcel.over 100 years of age.produces a miniscule 5-10 hectoliters per hectare. The 2010.primarily Merlot,boasts a dense purple color as well as raspberry fruiy notes intermixed with a liqueur of powdered rocks. With abundant fruit,minerality size,substance,personality and extraordinary individuality. this stunningly concentrated St.Emilion is a" tour de force " in great winemaking/It will need 4-5 years of cellaring and should keep for 25030 years. Robert Parker 95-97 + | |||||||||
| Belair-Monange: This tiny estate was in the qualitive doldrums for decades but it has been resurrected bi Christian Moueix and his son, Edmond, over the last year and the 2010 ranks alongside the briljant 2009. Two-thirds of this vineyard is planted on the pure limestone hillsides and the rest is on the Plateau of St.Emilion. One parcel.over 100 years of age.produces a miniscule 5-10 hectoliters per hectare. The 2010.primarily Merlot,boasts a dense purple color as well as raspberry fruiy notes intermixed with a liqueur of powdered rocks. With abundant fruit,minerality size,substance,personality and extraordinary individuality. this stunningly concentrated St.Emilion is a" tour de force " in great winemaking/It will need 4-5 years of cellaring and should keep for 25030 years. Robert Parker 95-97 + | |||||||||
| 08-06 | Berliquet | Saint-Emilion | Grand Cru | Robert Parker 90-93 | 0.75cl | € 35.95 | | ||
| Château Berliquet: A strong effort from Berliquet, the 2010 was fashioned from yields of 23 hectoliters per hectare by the managing consultant, Nicolas Thienpont and Stéphane Derenoncourt. Composed of 70% Merlot, 25% Cabernet Franc and 5% Cabernet Sauvignon, it offers copious aromas of sweet kirsch liqueur, underbrush, plums and black cherries. This mineral-laced, deep, medium to full-bodied, moderately tannic, broad, savory St.-Emilion exhibits more power and depth than past vintages. Drink it over the next 10-15 yearsRobert Parker 90-93 punten | |||||||||
| Berliquet: A strong effort from Berliquet, the 2010 was fashioned from yields of 23 hectoliters per hectare by the managing consultant, Nicolas Thienpont and Stéphane Derenoncourt. Composed of 70% Merlot, 25% Cabernet Franc and 5% Cabernet Sauvignon, it offers copious aromas of sweet kirsch liqueur, underbrush, plums and black cherries. This mineral-laced, deep, medium to full-bodied, moderately tannic, broad, savory St.-Emilion exhibits more power and depth than past vintages. Drink it over the next 10-15 yearsRobert Parker 90-93 punten | |||||||||
| 14-06 | Canon La Gaffeliere | Saint-Emilion | 1er Grand Cru Classé A | Robert Parker 92-94 | 0.75cl | € 89.85 | | ||
| Château Canon La Gaffeliere: One of the first to work with the now famous Stephane Derenoncourt, proprietor Stephan von Neipperg continues to fashion some of the most consistently outstanding wines in Bordeaux. This 2010, a blend of 55% Merlot, 35% Cabernet Franc and 10% Cabernet Sauvignon made from tiny yields of 28 hectoliters per hectare, achieved 14.5% natural alcohol - perhaps the highest Canon La Gaffeliere has ever achieved. Dense, sweet, open-knit black cherry, licorice, incense and cassis aromas soar from the glass of this opaque purple-colored offering. Full-bodied, pure and undeniably sexy yet larger-scaled than normal, this beautiful wine should drink well for 15 or more years. Robert Parker 92-94 punten | |||||||||
| Canon La Gaffeliere: One of the first to work with the now famous Stephane Derenoncourt, proprietor Stephan von Neipperg continues to fashion some of the most consistently outstanding wines in Bordeaux. This 2010, a blend of 55% Merlot, 35% Cabernet Franc and 10% Cabernet Sauvignon made from tiny yields of 28 hectoliters per hectare, achieved 14.5% natural alcohol - perhaps the highest Canon La Gaffeliere has ever achieved. Dense, sweet, open-knit black cherry, licorice, incense and cassis aromas soar from the glass of this opaque purple-colored offering. Full-bodied, pure and undeniably sexy yet larger-scaled than normal, this beautiful wine should drink well for 15 or more years. Robert Parker 92-94 punten | |||||||||
| 01-07 | Cheval Blanc | Saint-Emilion | 1er Grand Cru Classé A | Robert Parker 96-98 | 0.75cl | € 1320.90 | | ||
| Château Cheval Blanc: The 2010 Cheval Blanc contains 13.8% alcohol, which is very high for this estate, and has an unusually high percentage of Cabernet Franc in the final blend (56% versus 44% Merlot). Yields were tiny, adding to the richness and intensity already instilled by the drought of summer and resulting tiny berries. In the style of some of the great Cheval Blancs of the late 1940s, this wine is rich, opulent, full-bodied, and at the risk of sounding like a broken record, as saturated purple in color as any Cheval Blanc I have seen. Mulberries, black currants, fresh minerals, and floral notes jump from the glass of this full-bodied, dense wine. With its tannins, good acidity and surprisingly modest pH, this should be an exceptionally long-lived wine, more backward and delineated than the fatter, more opulent 2009. Drink it over the next 30+ years. Robert Parker 96-98 punten The blueberry and blackberry character and bouquet of violets is off the charts. Full body, the Cabernet Franc dominates the blend now, with so much dark fruits, minerals and flowers with hints of spices. It is a very powerful and linear CB and shows amazing length and purity. Zen-like focus James Suckling 99-100 punten Wine Spectator: 95-98 | |||||||||
| Cheval Blanc: The 2010 Cheval Blanc contains 13.8% alcohol, which is very high for this estate, and has an unusually high percentage of Cabernet Franc in the final blend (56% versus 44% Merlot). Yields were tiny, adding to the richness and intensity already instilled by the drought of summer and resulting tiny berries. In the style of some of the great Cheval Blancs of the late 1940s, this wine is rich, opulent, full-bodied, and at the risk of sounding like a broken record, as saturated purple in color as any Cheval Blanc I have seen. Mulberries, black currants, fresh minerals, and floral notes jump from the glass of this full-bodied, dense wine. With its tannins, good acidity and surprisingly modest pH, this should be an exceptionally long-lived wine, more backward and delineated than the fatter, more opulent 2009. Drink it over the next 30+ years. Robert Parker 96-98 punten The blueberry and blackberry character and bouquet of violets is off the charts. Full body, the Cabernet Franc dominates the blend now, with so much dark fruits, minerals and flowers with hints of spices. It is a very powerful and linear CB and shows amazing length and purity. Zen-like focus James Suckling 99-100 punten Wine Spectator: 95-98 | |||||||||
| 08-06 | Clos de L'Oratoire | Saint-Emilion | Grand Cru | Robert Parker 92-94 | 0.75cl | € 43.90 | | ||
| Château Clos de L'Oratoire: This has been a wonderfully consistent, satisfying wine since the estate was acquired by Stephan von Neipperg over a decade ago. The 2010 looks to be one of the most powerful and concentrated wines ever made here. Yields were a very modest 30 hectoliters per hectare, and the final blend 95% Merlot and 5% Cabernet France achieved a whopping 14.8% natural alcohol. Huge notes of licorice, incense, blackberry and cassis liqueur intermixed with smoke and toast are all present in this full-bodied, opulent, fleshy wine, which has an unctuous texture, super purity, and a long finish. This is a broad, juicy, and savory St.-Emilion that will be drinkable early on and evolve for 12-15+ years. Robert Parker 92-94 Punten | |||||||||
| Clos de L'Oratoire: This has been a wonderfully consistent, satisfying wine since the estate was acquired by Stephan von Neipperg over a decade ago. The 2010 looks to be one of the most powerful and concentrated wines ever made here. Yields were a very modest 30 hectoliters per hectare, and the final blend 95% Merlot and 5% Cabernet France achieved a whopping 14.8% natural alcohol. Huge notes of licorice, incense, blackberry and cassis liqueur intermixed with smoke and toast are all present in this full-bodied, opulent, fleshy wine, which has an unctuous texture, super purity, and a long finish. This is a broad, juicy, and savory St.-Emilion that will be drinkable early on and evolve for 12-15+ years. Robert Parker 92-94 Punten | |||||||||
| 07-06 | Clos des Jacobins | Saint-Emilion | Grand Cru | Robert Parker 90-92 | 0.75cl | € 38.85 | | ||
| Château Clos des Jacobins: Consulting winemaker Dr.Alain Raynard has produced a beautiful dense ruby/purple-colored effort offering abundant aromas of licorice,black currants, crushed rocks and flowers. Medium to full-bodied with fresh acids, high but ripe tannins and a long finish, this cuvee is usually fairly priced.It should drink well for 15 + years. Robert Parker 90-92 punten | |||||||||
| Clos des Jacobins: Consulting winemaker Dr.Alain Raynard has produced a beautiful dense ruby/purple-colored effort offering abundant aromas of licorice,black currants, crushed rocks and flowers. Medium to full-bodied with fresh acids, high but ripe tannins and a long finish, this cuvee is usually fairly priced.It should drink well for 15 + years. Robert Parker 90-92 punten | |||||||||
| 14-06 | Clos Fourtet | Saint-Emilion | 1er Grand Cru Classé A | Robert Parker 95-97 | 0.75cl | € 109.40 | | ||
| Château Clos Fourtet: Although this superb 2010 is built differently, it is as impressive as the extravagant 2009 and the prodigious 2005. A blend of 85% Merlot and the rest Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc made from yields of 31 hectoliters per hectare, with 14.5% natural alcohol, Stephane Derenoncourt is the consulting winemaker. One can not say enough about what proprietor Philippe Cuvelier has accomplished at Clos Fourtet over the last decade turning a perennial underachiever into one of the great wines of Bordeaux. Production from this 50-acre vineyard is nearly 4,000 cases. The inky/purple-hued 2010 displays a beautiful bouquet of incense, blueberry and blackberry liqueur, licorice and camphor. Full-bodied and opulent with more tannin and glycerin than the massive 2009, the 2010, while less sumptuous than the 2009, is a huge effort that is undoubtedly capable of lasting 30+ years. Robert Parker 95-97 punten Wine Spectator 92-95 punten | |||||||||
| Clos Fourtet: Although this superb 2010 is built differently, it is as impressive as the extravagant 2009 and the prodigious 2005. A blend of 85% Merlot and the rest Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc made from yields of 31 hectoliters per hectare, with 14.5% natural alcohol, Stephane Derenoncourt is the consulting winemaker. One can not say enough about what proprietor Philippe Cuvelier has accomplished at Clos Fourtet over the last decade turning a perennial underachiever into one of the great wines of Bordeaux. Production from this 50-acre vineyard is nearly 4,000 cases. The inky/purple-hued 2010 displays a beautiful bouquet of incense, blueberry and blackberry liqueur, licorice and camphor. Full-bodied and opulent with more tannin and glycerin than the massive 2009, the 2010, while less sumptuous than the 2009, is a huge effort that is undoubtedly capable of lasting 30+ years. Robert Parker 95-97 punten Wine Spectator 92-95 punten | |||||||||
| 08-06 | Croix de Labrie | Saint-Emilion | Grand Cru | Robet Parker 94-96 | 0.75cl | € 73.20 | | ||
| Château Croix de Labrie: One of the tiniest production as well as most seductive, opulent wines in all of Bordeaux, only 200 cases of the Croix de Labrie are made in most vintages. I was only able to taste the 2010 on one occasion and the aromatics revealed some oxidation, but the palate exploded with blue and black fruits intermixed with hints of coffee, chocolate and exotic Asian spices. Opulent, dense and super-concentrated, it should merit a mid-ninety point rating. Robert Parker 94-96 punten | |||||||||
| Croix de Labrie: One of the tiniest production as well as most seductive, opulent wines in all of Bordeaux, only 200 cases of the Croix de Labrie are made in most vintages. I was only able to taste the 2010 on one occasion and the aromatics revealed some oxidation, but the palate exploded with blue and black fruits intermixed with hints of coffee, chocolate and exotic Asian spices. Opulent, dense and super-concentrated, it should merit a mid-ninety point rating. Robert Parker 94-96 punten | |||||||||
| 15-06 | Faugeres | Saint-Emilion | Grand Cru | Robert Parker 91-94 | 0.75cl | € 30.35 | | ||
| Château Faugeres: The 2010 is a blend 85% Merlot and the rest mostly Cabernet-Franc and a small amount of Cabernet Sauvignon. Perhaps the most powerfull wine ever made at Faugeres,it tips the scales at 15% alc. Both Michel Roland and Stephan von Neipperg consult at this estate. The 2010's dense blue/purple color is folllowed by notes of creasole .toasty new oak, licorice, blueberry liqueur and cassis. This dense opulent, full-bodied.massive effort is surprisingly civilized and intense.It should drink well for 10-15 years. Robert Parker 91-94 punten | |||||||||
| Faugeres: The 2010 is a blend 85% Merlot and the rest mostly Cabernet-Franc and a small amount of Cabernet Sauvignon. Perhaps the most powerfull wine ever made at Faugeres,it tips the scales at 15% alc. Both Michel Roland and Stephan von Neipperg consult at this estate. The 2010's dense blue/purple color is folllowed by notes of creasole .toasty new oak, licorice, blueberry liqueur and cassis. This dense opulent, full-bodied.massive effort is surprisingly civilized and intense.It should drink well for 10-15 years. Robert Parker 91-94 punten | |||||||||
| 29-06 | Figeac | Saint-Emilion | Grand Cru | James Suckling 94-95 | 0.75cl | € 253.25 | | ||
| Château Figeac: This is very structured, with a solid core of plums, chocolate and bright acidity. Firm and silky tannins and a long, long finish. A powerful and structured young wine James Suckling 94-95 punten | |||||||||
| Figeac: This is very structured, with a solid core of plums, chocolate and bright acidity. Firm and silky tannins and a long, long finish. A powerful and structured young wine James Suckling 94-95 punten | |||||||||
| 08-06 | Fleur Cardinale | Saint-Emilion | Grand Cru | Robert Parker 92-95 | 0.75cl | € 38.80 | | ||
| Château Fleur Cardinale: The greatest Fleur Cardinale since 2005, the super-powerful, rich, opaque purple-colored 2010 exhibits beautiful floral notes intermixed with black raspberry, blueberry and boysenberry fruit as well as a hint of minerality. Exuberant and flamboyant with full-bodied richness, stunning purity and an impressive, textured mouthfeel and finish, this beauty should age effortlessly for 12-20 years. Robert Parker 92-95 punten | |||||||||
| Fleur Cardinale: The greatest Fleur Cardinale since 2005, the super-powerful, rich, opaque purple-colored 2010 exhibits beautiful floral notes intermixed with black raspberry, blueberry and boysenberry fruit as well as a hint of minerality. Exuberant and flamboyant with full-bodied richness, stunning purity and an impressive, textured mouthfeel and finish, this beauty should age effortlessly for 12-20 years. Robert Parker 92-95 punten | |||||||||
| 31-05 | Fombrauge | Saint-Emilion | Grand Cru | Wine Spectator 90-93 | 0.75cl | € | | ||
| Château Fombrauge: From the largest estate in St.-Emilion< 130 acres> the opaquepurple-colored 2010 Frombauge was produced from the late harvested fruit.It possesses fresh notes of blueberries, red and black currants, lead pencil shavings and espresso roast. Medium to full-bodied and rich sweet tannin, it should drink nicely for 10-12 years. Robert Parker 90-92 punten | |||||||||
| Fombrauge: From the largest estate in St.-Emilion< 130 acres> the opaquepurple-colored 2010 Frombauge was produced from the late harvested fruit.It possesses fresh notes of blueberries, red and black currants, lead pencil shavings and espresso roast. Medium to full-bodied and rich sweet tannin, it should drink nicely for 10-12 years. Robert Parker 90-92 punten | |||||||||
| 23-05 | Fonplegade | Saint-Emilion | Grand Cru | Robert Parker 92-94 | 0.75cl | € 34.80 | | ||
| Château Fonplegade: Fonplegade has been pushing the envelop of high quality over recent vintages. The full-bodied powefull 2010 reveals intense, concentrated red and black fruit characteristics. undeniable minerality, a perfumed style and authoritative flavors that linger on the palate. The tannins are noticeable,so this wine will benefit from 5-6 years of cellaring and keep for at least two decades. Robert Parker 92-94 punten. | |||||||||
| Fonplegade: Fonplegade has been pushing the envelop of high quality over recent vintages. The full-bodied powefull 2010 reveals intense, concentrated red and black fruit characteristics. undeniable minerality, a perfumed style and authoritative flavors that linger on the palate. The tannins are noticeable,so this wine will benefit from 5-6 years of cellaring and keep for at least two decades. Robert Parker 92-94 punten. | |||||||||
| 24-05 | L'Arrosée | Saint-Emilion | Grand Cru | Robert Parker 91-94 | 0.75cl | € 41.95 | | ||
| Château L'Arrosée: The dense ruby/purple-hued 2010 possesses copious notes of graphite, blueberries and black raspberry liqueur intermixed with subtle smoky oak. A more structured effort the other recent vintages, deep, pure, full-bodied and impressive, this property has regained its momentum over the last 4-5 years, and their 2010 is another powerful yet elegant effort that admirably translates its terroir. Give it 4-5 years of cellaring and drink it over the following two decades. Robert Parker 91-94 Ik volg dit Chateau al een paar jaar, er ook paar maal gewesst om de primeurwijnen te proeven. Het lijkt wel of de wijn elk jaar beter wordt.Wijn om redelijk snel te drinken maar kan ook nog lang bewaard worden. De wijn heeft warmte en kracht,veel finesse, donker fruit en een fantastische afdronk. KOOPTIP T.O. | |||||||||
| L'Arrosée: The dense ruby/purple-hued 2010 possesses copious notes of graphite, blueberries and black raspberry liqueur intermixed with subtle smoky oak. A more structured effort the other recent vintages, deep, pure, full-bodied and impressive, this property has regained its momentum over the last 4-5 years, and their 2010 is another powerful yet elegant effort that admirably translates its terroir. Give it 4-5 years of cellaring and drink it over the following two decades. Robert Parker 91-94 Ik volg dit Chateau al een paar jaar, er ook paar maal gewesst om de primeurwijnen te proeven. Het lijkt wel of de wijn elk jaar beter wordt.Wijn om redelijk snel te drinken maar kan ook nog lang bewaard worden. De wijn heeft warmte en kracht,veel finesse, donker fruit en een fantastische afdronk. KOOPTIP T.O. | |||||||||
| 13-06 | La Confession | Saint-Emilion | Grand Cru | Robert Parker 92-95 | 0.75cl | € | | ||
| Château La Confession: Propietor Jean-Philippe Janoueix has hit a bull's eye with La Confession. The 2010, which is a larger production wine given his acquisition of a large vineyard near both Lucia and Fonroque, has turned out to be a blend of 71% Merlot and 29% Cabernet Franc that tips the scales at a boistetous 14.7% natural alcohol. Production is now up to approximately 2600 cases. This is a sensational wine that I had in three separate occasions with indentical results.Opaque purple, with an exquisite nose of blueberry liqueur, black raspberries licorice, graphite and forest floor.the wine has fabulous fruit, a multi-dimensional mouthfeel, full-bodied opulence and a stunning finish. There is plenty of tannin but I suspect the extravagant fruit and glycerin this wine possesses will make it approachable in its exuberant youth, yet carry it nicely for 15 or more years. Robert Parker 92-95 punten Wine Spectator 90-93 punten Wijnen waarvan de prijzen over het algemeen veel aantrekkelijker zullen zijn dan hun grote broers. Bij Jean-Philippe Janoueix hebben wij hun paradepaard uit de St. Emilion La Confession geproefd. Intens mooie wijn, veel finesse en een heel fraaie balans. Maar ook hun Bordeaux Superieur Croix Mouton was van grote klasse. De Merlot sprong er fantastisch uit wat resulteerde in een heel aangename wijn met heerlijke ronde rijpe tannines. T.O. | |||||||||
| La Confession: Propietor Jean-Philippe Janoueix has hit a bull's eye with La Confession. The 2010, which is a larger production wine given his acquisition of a large vineyard near both Lucia and Fonroque, has turned out to be a blend of 71% Merlot and 29% Cabernet Franc that tips the scales at a boistetous 14.7% natural alcohol. Production is now up to approximately 2600 cases. This is a sensational wine that I had in three separate occasions with indentical results.Opaque purple, with an exquisite nose of blueberry liqueur, black raspberries licorice, graphite and forest floor.the wine has fabulous fruit, a multi-dimensional mouthfeel, full-bodied opulence and a stunning finish. There is plenty of tannin but I suspect the extravagant fruit and glycerin this wine possesses will make it approachable in its exuberant youth, yet carry it nicely for 15 or more years. Robert Parker 92-95 punten Wine Spectator 90-93 punten Wijnen waarvan de prijzen over het algemeen veel aantrekkelijker zullen zijn dan hun grote broers. Bij Jean-Philippe Janoueix hebben wij hun paradepaard uit de St. Emilion La Confession geproefd. Intens mooie wijn, veel finesse en een heel fraaie balans. Maar ook hun Bordeaux Superieur Croix Mouton was van grote klasse. De Merlot sprong er fantastisch uit wat resulteerde in een heel aangename wijn met heerlijke ronde rijpe tannines. T.O. | |||||||||
| 14-06 | La Dominique | Saint-Emilion | Grand Cru | Robert Parker 92-94 | 0.75cl | € 46.50 | | ||
| Château La Dominique: Probably the finest La Dominique made since the wonderful duo of 1989 and 1990, the explosively fruity, dense purple-hued 2010 offers notes of licorice, roasted herbs, truffles, black raspberries and blueberry liqueur. Full-bodied and unctuously textured with sweet tannin as well as good freshness and precision, it should drink well for 15-20 years. P. S. The final blend was 77% Merlot and 23% Cabernet Franc that achieved 14.5% natural alcohol. Robert Parker 92-94 punten | |||||||||
| La Dominique: Probably the finest La Dominique made since the wonderful duo of 1989 and 1990, the explosively fruity, dense purple-hued 2010 offers notes of licorice, roasted herbs, truffles, black raspberries and blueberry liqueur. Full-bodied and unctuously textured with sweet tannin as well as good freshness and precision, it should drink well for 15-20 years. P. S. The final blend was 77% Merlot and 23% Cabernet Franc that achieved 14.5% natural alcohol. Robert Parker 92-94 punten | |||||||||
| 15-06 | Larcis Ducasse | Saint-Emilion | Grand Cru | Robert Parker 95-97 | 0.75cl | € | | ||
| Château Larcis Ducasse: An excellent effort, stylistically, the 2010 comes as close to the 2005 as one will find. The wine was made from remarkably low yields of 19 hectoliters per hectare and the final blend was approximately 75% Merlot and 25% Cabernet Franc. The late harvest (it finished during the third week of October) was managed impeccably by the dynamic duo of Nicolas Thienpont and Stephane Derenoncourt. This phenomenal terroir, situated with a south/southeast exposition on the limestone soils of the Cote Pavie, has produced a wine with great individuality. Its dense purple color is followed by notes of black currants, sweet cherries, garrigue, licorice and incense. Already complex, it reveals formidably endowed, full-bodied flavors, a skyscraper-like texture, marvelous depth, moderately high tannins and excellent precision as well as freshness (which gives the wine that 2005-like personality). This 2010 will require 4-5 years of cellaring and should age effortlessly for 20-25 years thereafter. Robert Parker 95-97 punten Wine Spectator 92-95 punten | |||||||||
| Larcis Ducasse: An excellent effort, stylistically, the 2010 comes as close to the 2005 as one will find. The wine was made from remarkably low yields of 19 hectoliters per hectare and the final blend was approximately 75% Merlot and 25% Cabernet Franc. The late harvest (it finished during the third week of October) was managed impeccably by the dynamic duo of Nicolas Thienpont and Stephane Derenoncourt. This phenomenal terroir, situated with a south/southeast exposition on the limestone soils of the Cote Pavie, has produced a wine with great individuality. Its dense purple color is followed by notes of black currants, sweet cherries, garrigue, licorice and incense. Already complex, it reveals formidably endowed, full-bodied flavors, a skyscraper-like texture, marvelous depth, moderately high tannins and excellent precision as well as freshness (which gives the wine that 2005-like personality). This 2010 will require 4-5 years of cellaring and should age effortlessly for 20-25 years thereafter. Robert Parker 95-97 punten Wine Spectator 92-95 punten | |||||||||
| 31-05 | Le Prieure | Saint-Emilion | Premier Cru | Wine Spectator 92-95 | 0.75cl | € 35.50 | | ||
| Château Le Prieure: Cepages: 80% merlot, 20% cabernet-franc Average age of vines: 41 years Ageing: 14 to 16 months in French oak barrels, medium toast, 50% new Number of bottles: 18,000 “Lovely fruit extract and freshness. Fine, ripe tannins. Long persistent finish. Perfect expression of the limestone terroir. Drink 2018-2030.” Decanter 17.5/20 Among Decanter’s ***** Most Improved of the Right Bank “Very dense, with youthful raw plum, blackberry and currant paste notes layered with extra charcoal, spice and anise. The long, dense finish has plenty of stuffing.” James Molesworth, Wine Spectator 92-95 “This is very velvety, with lots of dark fruit and toasted oak. Full body, loads of blackberry and chocolate.” James Suckling, 93-94 | |||||||||
| Le Prieure: Cepages: 80% merlot, 20% cabernet-franc Average age of vines: 41 years Ageing: 14 to 16 months in French oak barrels, medium toast, 50% new Number of bottles: 18,000 “Lovely fruit extract and freshness. Fine, ripe tannins. Long persistent finish. Perfect expression of the limestone terroir. Drink 2018-2030.” Decanter 17.5/20 Among Decanter’s ***** Most Improved of the Right Bank “Very dense, with youthful raw plum, blackberry and currant paste notes layered with extra charcoal, spice and anise. The long, dense finish has plenty of stuffing.” James Molesworth, Wine Spectator 92-95 “This is very velvety, with lots of dark fruit and toasted oak. Full body, loads of blackberry and chocolate.” James Suckling, 93-94 | |||||||||
| 20-04 | Magdelaine | Saint-Emilion | Grand Cru | Wine Spectator 94-97 | 0.75cl | € 69.95 | | ||
| Château Magdelaine: Decanter: Sweet, ripe berry fruit nose - open and showy. Supple and round on the palate. A minerally, calcaire nuance on the finish but seems a little heavy and ponderous. Drink 2018-2030. (16.5 points) Robert Parker 92-94 punten Rood fruit, lichte aangename tannines, fijne bessige afdronk. Kan goed opgelegd worden. T.O. | |||||||||
| Magdelaine: Decanter: Sweet, ripe berry fruit nose - open and showy. Supple and round on the palate. A minerally, calcaire nuance on the finish but seems a little heavy and ponderous. Drink 2018-2030. (16.5 points) Robert Parker 92-94 punten Rood fruit, lichte aangename tannines, fijne bessige afdronk. Kan goed opgelegd worden. T.O. | |||||||||
| 30-06 | Pavie | Saint-Emilion | 1er Grand Cru Classé B | Robert Parker 95-98 | 0.75cl | € 338.50 | | ||
| Château Pavie: Along with several other Medoc first-growths as well as Ausone in St.-Emilion and possibly Petrus and Lafleur in Pomerol, few estates have such a record for consistent quality as Gerard Perse's Chateau Pavie. Made from a classic blend of 70% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Franc and 10% Cabernet Sauvignon, the 2010 was cropped at a ridiculously low 26 hectoliters per hectare, and the harvest occurred between October 12 and 19. Surprisingly, the alcohol is only 14.2% which is actually less than the 2008 and 2009. Since Perse acquired this estate in 1998, most Pavies have possessed off the charts richness and the 2010 is no different. It also reveals an opaque purple color, abundant notes of roasted coffee, blackberries, cassis, full-bodied power and sensational density, texture and length. There is also a boatload of tannin, so do not expect this 2010 to provide near-term consumption. Somewhat reminiscent of the 2005 in its freshness, precision and intensity, it requires 7-10 years of cellaring and should keep for 3-4 decades thereafter. I had this wine on four separate occasions and would rank it slightly behind the 2000, 2005 and 2009. Robert Parker 95-98 punten | |||||||||
| Pavie: Along with several other Medoc first-growths as well as Ausone in St.-Emilion and possibly Petrus and Lafleur in Pomerol, few estates have such a record for consistent quality as Gerard Perse's Chateau Pavie. Made from a classic blend of 70% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Franc and 10% Cabernet Sauvignon, the 2010 was cropped at a ridiculously low 26 hectoliters per hectare, and the harvest occurred between October 12 and 19. Surprisingly, the alcohol is only 14.2% which is actually less than the 2008 and 2009. Since Perse acquired this estate in 1998, most Pavies have possessed off the charts richness and the 2010 is no different. It also reveals an opaque purple color, abundant notes of roasted coffee, blackberries, cassis, full-bodied power and sensational density, texture and length. There is also a boatload of tannin, so do not expect this 2010 to provide near-term consumption. Somewhat reminiscent of the 2005 in its freshness, precision and intensity, it requires 7-10 years of cellaring and should keep for 3-4 decades thereafter. I had this wine on four separate occasions and would rank it slightly behind the 2000, 2005 and 2009. Robert Parker 95-98 punten | |||||||||
| 16-06 | Pavie Macquin | Saint-Emilion | Grand Cru | Robert Parker 96-98 | 0.75cl | € | | ||
| Château Pavie Macquin: Although not as potent alcoholically as its 2009 counterpart (14.5% in 2010 versus 15% in 2009), the 2010 is still a very big wine. The final blend was 85% Merlot, 14% Cabernet Franc and 1% Cabernet Sauvignon and production was slightly more than 3,400 cases. This black/purple-tinged wine exhibits lots of minerality (from this terroir's clay and limestone soils) as well as the entire spectrum of black fruits. Full-bodied and backward, it's like drinking crushed limestone/chalk when you taste this intense, tannic, powerful wine. It will require 8-10 years of cellaring and should evolve for 35-40+ years. Robert Parker 96-98 punten Wine Spectator: 95-98 James Suckling: 95-96 | |||||||||
| Pavie Macquin: Although not as potent alcoholically as its 2009 counterpart (14.5% in 2010 versus 15% in 2009), the 2010 is still a very big wine. The final blend was 85% Merlot, 14% Cabernet Franc and 1% Cabernet Sauvignon and production was slightly more than 3,400 cases. This black/purple-tinged wine exhibits lots of minerality (from this terroir's clay and limestone soils) as well as the entire spectrum of black fruits. Full-bodied and backward, it's like drinking crushed limestone/chalk when you taste this intense, tannic, powerful wine. It will require 8-10 years of cellaring and should evolve for 35-40+ years. Robert Parker 96-98 punten Wine Spectator: 95-98 James Suckling: 95-96 | |||||||||
| 21-04 | Puy Blanquet | Saint-Emilion | Grand Cru | 0.75cl | € 14.80 | | |||
| Château Puy Blanquet: Lekker toegankelijk, fris rood fruit, aangename tannines, lichtere fijne afdronk. T.O. | |||||||||
| Puy Blanquet: Lekker toegankelijk, fris rood fruit, aangename tannines, lichtere fijne afdronk. T.O. | |||||||||
| 28-06 | Troplong Mondot | Saint-Emilion | Grand Cru | Robert Parker 96-98 | 0.75cl | € 148.70 | | ||
| Château Troplong Mondot: An amazing wine, the 2010 is right up there with the extraordinary quality of 2009, 2005 and 1990. Made from yields of 32 hectoliters per hectare, the final blend was 90% Merlot and 10% Cabernet Franc. A late harvest between October 4 and 16 with the last of the Cabernet Franc coming in on October 28 no doubt accounts for the wine's powerful 15.5% natural alcohol. Of course, the anti-alcohol folks will make a big deal of this, but despite the high alcohol levels in nearly every 2010, there is freshness, precision, definition and absolutely no heat in the wines whatsoever. This stunningly rich effort offers abundant blueberry, black raspberry, licorice and graphite notes intermixed with a hint of espresso roast, a seriously concentrated, super-intense mouthfeel, full-bodied power, a complex, multidimensional texture and a nearly 50-second finish. It will require 5-6 years of bottle age after its release and should keep for three decades or more. Just prodigious! Robert Parker 96-98 punten James Molesworth: 93-96 Jeff Leve: 97-98 Jancis Robinson: 15,5 Decanter: **** (18,5) | |||||||||
| Troplong Mondot: An amazing wine, the 2010 is right up there with the extraordinary quality of 2009, 2005 and 1990. Made from yields of 32 hectoliters per hectare, the final blend was 90% Merlot and 10% Cabernet Franc. A late harvest between October 4 and 16 with the last of the Cabernet Franc coming in on October 28 no doubt accounts for the wine's powerful 15.5% natural alcohol. Of course, the anti-alcohol folks will make a big deal of this, but despite the high alcohol levels in nearly every 2010, there is freshness, precision, definition and absolutely no heat in the wines whatsoever. This stunningly rich effort offers abundant blueberry, black raspberry, licorice and graphite notes intermixed with a hint of espresso roast, a seriously concentrated, super-intense mouthfeel, full-bodied power, a complex, multidimensional texture and a nearly 50-second finish. It will require 5-6 years of bottle age after its release and should keep for three decades or more. Just prodigious! Robert Parker 96-98 punten James Molesworth: 93-96 Jeff Leve: 97-98 Jancis Robinson: 15,5 Decanter: **** (18,5) | |||||||||
| 13-07 | Calon Segur | Saint-Estèphe | Troisième Grand Cru Classé | Robert Parker 92-94 | 0.75cl | € | | ||
| Château Calon Segur: A higher alcohol content (13.8% versus 13.4% in 2009), but lower pH (3.7 versus 3.9 in 2009) has resulted in a concentrated, textured wine that requires a decade of cellaring. It will keep for 35-40 years thereafter. The 2010 harvest at Calon Segur occurred between September 25 and October 14, and the final blend was 86% Cabernet Sauvignon, 12% Merlot and 2% Petit Verdot. A dense ruby/purple color is followed by notes of plums, kirsch, licorice, incense and herbs. Full-bodied, moderately tannic, pure, fresh and precise, this beauty will require lots of patience from prospective purchasers. Anticipated maturity: 2020-2050 Robert Parker 92-94 punten | |||||||||
| Calon Segur: A higher alcohol content (13.8% versus 13.4% in 2009), but lower pH (3.7 versus 3.9 in 2009) has resulted in a concentrated, textured wine that requires a decade of cellaring. It will keep for 35-40 years thereafter. The 2010 harvest at Calon Segur occurred between September 25 and October 14, and the final blend was 86% Cabernet Sauvignon, 12% Merlot and 2% Petit Verdot. A dense ruby/purple color is followed by notes of plums, kirsch, licorice, incense and herbs. Full-bodied, moderately tannic, pure, fresh and precise, this beauty will require lots of patience from prospective purchasers. Anticipated maturity: 2020-2050 Robert Parker 92-94 punten | |||||||||
| 28-05 | Capbern Gasqueton | Saint-Estèphe | - | Robert Parker 87-89 | 0.75cl | € | | ||
| Château Capbern Gasqueton: Composed of 73% Cabernet Sauvignon and 27% Merlot, this is one of the Gasqueton family's efforts to date< although the 2009 was also very good > .The dark ruby/purple-tinged 2010 exhibits plenty of delicious red and blackberry fruit. Medium body and more size and substance than most past vintages.It should drink well for a decade or more. Robert Parker Geproefd op Calon Segur. heerlijk zwart fruit. rond, fluweel.Mooi glas heel toegankelijk. typisch voor ST.Estephe 2010. T.O. | |||||||||
| Capbern Gasqueton: Composed of 73% Cabernet Sauvignon and 27% Merlot, this is one of the Gasqueton family's efforts to date< although the 2009 was also very good > .The dark ruby/purple-tinged 2010 exhibits plenty of delicious red and blackberry fruit. Medium body and more size and substance than most past vintages.It should drink well for a decade or more. Robert Parker Geproefd op Calon Segur. heerlijk zwart fruit. rond, fluweel.Mooi glas heel toegankelijk. typisch voor ST.Estephe 2010. T.O. | |||||||||
| 15-06 | Chapelle de Calon | Saint-Estèphe | 2nd wine of Château | 0.75cl | € 13.25 | | |||
| Château Chapelle de Calon: 2e wijn van Calon Segur Calon Segur behoort tot de mooiste wijnen van 2010 maar is helaas beperkt leverbaar. Ik vind St.Estephe in 2010 een van de beste appellaties Chapelle de Calon heeft finesse en heerlijk zwart fruit. een wijn voor alledag .maar ook voor speciale gelegenheden . Deze wijn laat zien dat niet alleen de wijnen van 2010 die hoog geprijsd zijn goed zijn ,maar dat er ook wijnen zijn met een super lage prijs die het proberen meer dan waard zijn. T.O. | |||||||||
| Chapelle de Calon: 2e wijn van Calon Segur Calon Segur behoort tot de mooiste wijnen van 2010 maar is helaas beperkt leverbaar. Ik vind St.Estephe in 2010 een van de beste appellaties Chapelle de Calon heeft finesse en heerlijk zwart fruit. een wijn voor alledag .maar ook voor speciale gelegenheden . Deze wijn laat zien dat niet alleen de wijnen van 2010 die hoog geprijsd zijn goed zijn ,maar dat er ook wijnen zijn met een super lage prijs die het proberen meer dan waard zijn. T.O. | |||||||||
| 27-06 | Cos D' Estournel | Saint-Estèphe | Deuxième Grand Cru Classé | Robert Parker 95-97 | 0.75cl | € 298.50 | | ||
| Château Cos D' Estournel: Representing 55% of the production and cropped at 35 hectoliters per hectare, Cos d'Estournel's final blend in 2010 is 78% Cabernet Sauvignon, 19% Merlot and the rest tiny portions of Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc. Compared to the massive 2009 (14.6% natural alcohol), the 2010 achieved slightly less alcohol, but also a lower pH, which accounts for its more tannic, backward, huge style. An inky/purple color is accompanied by aromas of damp earth, black currants, blackberries, licorice and charcoal. Firm, thick and super-concentrated, it is another outrageously impressive wine that will require 6-10 years of cellaring. It should keep for 30+ years. It is somewhat 2005-ish in its structure and palate impression. Robert Parker:95-97 punten Wine Spectator: 96-99 punten | |||||||||
| Cos D' Estournel: Representing 55% of the production and cropped at 35 hectoliters per hectare, Cos d'Estournel's final blend in 2010 is 78% Cabernet Sauvignon, 19% Merlot and the rest tiny portions of Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc. Compared to the massive 2009 (14.6% natural alcohol), the 2010 achieved slightly less alcohol, but also a lower pH, which accounts for its more tannic, backward, huge style. An inky/purple color is accompanied by aromas of damp earth, black currants, blackberries, licorice and charcoal. Firm, thick and super-concentrated, it is another outrageously impressive wine that will require 6-10 years of cellaring. It should keep for 30+ years. It is somewhat 2005-ish in its structure and palate impression. Robert Parker:95-97 punten Wine Spectator: 96-99 punten | |||||||||
| 15-06 | Dame de Montrose | Saint-Estèphe | 2nd wine of Château | Robert Parker 91-93 | 0.75cl | € 46.45 | | ||
| Château Dame de Montrose: Tweede wijn van Château Montrose. The estate's second wine represents 36% of the production in 2010. Composed of two-thirds Cabernet Sauvignon and the rest Merlot, it is one of the finest examples of this cuvee I have yet tasted. Intense blueberry and cassis fruit intertwined with floral notes, a plump, unctuous texture and abundant fruit characterize this seductive, fleshy wine. Consume it over the next 10-15 years. Robert Parker 91-93 punten | |||||||||
| Dame de Montrose: Tweede wijn van Château Montrose. The estate's second wine represents 36% of the production in 2010. Composed of two-thirds Cabernet Sauvignon and the rest Merlot, it is one of the finest examples of this cuvee I have yet tasted. Intense blueberry and cassis fruit intertwined with floral notes, a plump, unctuous texture and abundant fruit characterize this seductive, fleshy wine. Consume it over the next 10-15 years. Robert Parker 91-93 punten | |||||||||
| 26-05 | Lafon Rochet | Saint-Estèphe | Quatrième Grand Cru Classé | Robert Parker 92-94 | 0.75cl | € | | ||
| Château Lafon Rochet: Proprietor Basile Tesseron may have produced his finest Lafon Rochet to date. The 2010’s inky/blue/purple color is followed by a distinctive bouquet of spring flowers, blueberry pie, blackberry liqueur and crushed rocks. Although a classified growth, this wine is an undeniable sleeper of the vintage as its price remains reasonable. The wine possesses terrific structure, ripe tannins and a voluminous, broad, deep impression on the palate. The fruit intensity, purity and richness suggest 4-5 years of cellaring will be required and the wine will last for 20+ years. Robert Parker 92-94 punten | |||||||||
| Lafon Rochet: Proprietor Basile Tesseron may have produced his finest Lafon Rochet to date. The 2010’s inky/blue/purple color is followed by a distinctive bouquet of spring flowers, blueberry pie, blackberry liqueur and crushed rocks. Although a classified growth, this wine is an undeniable sleeper of the vintage as its price remains reasonable. The wine possesses terrific structure, ripe tannins and a voluminous, broad, deep impression on the palate. The fruit intensity, purity and richness suggest 4-5 years of cellaring will be required and the wine will last for 20+ years. Robert Parker 92-94 punten | |||||||||
| 18-05 | Les Ormes de Pez | Saint-Estèphe | Cru Bourgeois Supérieur | Wine Spectator 91-94 | 0.75cl | € | | ||
| Château Les Ormes de Pez: This dense purple-colored 2010 exhibits dark raspberry and blueberry fruit, less power and structure than its neighbor De Pez, but more finesse, elegance and fruit forwardness. This impressively endowed effort should drink nicely for 10-15 years. Robert Parker 87-90 punten Neal Martin 92-94 punten | |||||||||
| Les Ormes de Pez: This dense purple-colored 2010 exhibits dark raspberry and blueberry fruit, less power and structure than its neighbor De Pez, but more finesse, elegance and fruit forwardness. This impressively endowed effort should drink nicely for 10-15 years. Robert Parker 87-90 punten Neal Martin 92-94 punten | |||||||||
| 08-06 | Les Pagodes de Cos | Saint-Estèphe | 2nd wine of Château | Robert Parker 90-93 | 0.75cl | € 61.45 | | ||
| Château Les Pagodes de Cos: 2e wijn van Cos D'Estournel Possibly the finest Pagodes the estate has produced, as Jean-Guillaume Prats said, this 2010 is better than many vintages of Cos d’Estournel produces in the sixties and seventies. Forty-five percent of the production made into this blend of 62% Cabernet Sauvignon and 38% Merlot that achieved 14,1% alcohol naturally. Plump and fat with an abundant concentration of black fruits as well as outstanding intensity, purity and texture, this beauty should drink well for 10-15 years Robert Parker 90-93 punten | |||||||||
| Les Pagodes de Cos: 2e wijn van Cos D'Estournel Possibly the finest Pagodes the estate has produced, as Jean-Guillaume Prats said, this 2010 is better than many vintages of Cos d’Estournel produces in the sixties and seventies. Forty-five percent of the production made into this blend of 62% Cabernet Sauvignon and 38% Merlot that achieved 14,1% alcohol naturally. Plump and fat with an abundant concentration of black fruits as well as outstanding intensity, purity and texture, this beauty should drink well for 10-15 years Robert Parker 90-93 punten | |||||||||
| 24-05 | Lilian Ladouys | Saint-Estèphe | Cru Bourgeois Supérieur | Wine Spectator 90-93 | 0.75cl | € | | ||
| Château Lilian Ladouys: Elegant,bijna zwoel.fraaie rijke tannines, wijn om te bewaren. Lekkere volle lengte. topprijs T.O. | |||||||||
| Lilian Ladouys: Elegant,bijna zwoel.fraaie rijke tannines, wijn om te bewaren. Lekkere volle lengte. topprijs T.O. | |||||||||
| 30-05 | Meyney | Saint-Estèphe | Cru Bourgeois | Robert Parker 89-91 | 0.75cl | € 29.80 | | ||
| Château Meyney: This dense ruby/purple-hued 2010 exhibits lots of damp earth and black and red fruit notes along with moderate tannins. It appears to be the finest Meyney produces in many years< this estate ]made sensational wines in the 1070s and early to mid-1980s> /It should drink well for 10-15 years. Robert Parker 89-91 punten | |||||||||
| Meyney: This dense ruby/purple-hued 2010 exhibits lots of damp earth and black and red fruit notes along with moderate tannins. It appears to be the finest Meyney produces in many years< this estate ]made sensational wines in the 1070s and early to mid-1980s> /It should drink well for 10-15 years. Robert Parker 89-91 punten | |||||||||
| 15-06 | Montrose | Saint-Estèphe | Deuxième Grand Cru Classé | Robert Parker: 96-99 | 0.75cl | € 199.75 | | ||
| Château Montrose: Jean Delmas believes this is one of the all-time great wines of Montrose, comparable to the 2009, 1990, 1989, 1959, 1947, 1945 and 1929. The 2010 harvest took place between September 27 and October 15, and the final blend is 54% Cabernet Sauvignon, 37% Merlot, 8% Cabernet Franc and 1% Petit Verdot that achieved 13.75% natural alcohol, a fraction above the 2009's 13.7%. Somewhat reminiscent of the 1989, only even inkier and richer, the 2010 boasts a dense purple color along with glorious aromatics of blueberries, boysenberries, black currants and a crushed chalk-like minerality. The tannins are less intrusive than I would have suspected for such a young Montrose, but they are unquestionably ripe and well-integrated. Deep, full-bodied and massive, this beauty should be at its finest between 2018-2050 Robert Parker: 96-99 punten Neal Martin 96-98 punten Wine Spectator 95-98 punten | |||||||||
| Montrose: Jean Delmas believes this is one of the all-time great wines of Montrose, comparable to the 2009, 1990, 1989, 1959, 1947, 1945 and 1929. The 2010 harvest took place between September 27 and October 15, and the final blend is 54% Cabernet Sauvignon, 37% Merlot, 8% Cabernet Franc and 1% Petit Verdot that achieved 13.75% natural alcohol, a fraction above the 2009's 13.7%. Somewhat reminiscent of the 1989, only even inkier and richer, the 2010 boasts a dense purple color along with glorious aromatics of blueberries, boysenberries, black currants and a crushed chalk-like minerality. The tannins are less intrusive than I would have suspected for such a young Montrose, but they are unquestionably ripe and well-integrated. Deep, full-bodied and massive, this beauty should be at its finest between 2018-2050 Robert Parker: 96-99 punten Neal Martin 96-98 punten Wine Spectator 95-98 punten | |||||||||
| 08-06 | Phelan Segur | Saint-Estèphe | Cru Bourgeois Exceptionnel | Wine Spectator 90-93 | 0.75cl | € 42.90 | | ||
| Château Phelan Segur: A dense purple color along with rich minerality and sweet notes of boysenberries and raspberries are found in this 2010. The irrepressible Michel Rolland (the winemaking consultant at Phelan-Segur) has fashioned an impressively pure, deep, classic St.-Estephe with a supple personality as well as robust tannins. Cellar it for 2-3 years and drink it over the following 12-15 years. Robert Parker 89-91 Punten "Sleeper of the vintage" | |||||||||
| Phelan Segur: A dense purple color along with rich minerality and sweet notes of boysenberries and raspberries are found in this 2010. The irrepressible Michel Rolland (the winemaking consultant at Phelan-Segur) has fashioned an impressively pure, deep, classic St.-Estephe with a supple personality as well as robust tannins. Cellar it for 2-3 years and drink it over the following 12-15 years. Robert Parker 89-91 Punten "Sleeper of the vintage" | |||||||||
| 24-05 | Serilhan | Saint-Estèphe | - | Robert Parker 90-92 | 0.75cl | € | | ||
| Château Serilhan: I believe this is the first Serilhan vintage to boast Hübert de Boüard as the winemaking consultant. The strongest effort I have tasted from this 60-acre estate, it is composted of 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 31% Merlot and the rest Cabernet Franc and hit 14% natural alcohol. A Soft, Round, Generous, opaque plum-colored wine, it offers abundant notes of black cherries and black currants intermixed with hints of herbs and earth. Drink this sleeper of the vintage over the next 10-15 years. | |||||||||
| Serilhan: I believe this is the first Serilhan vintage to boast Hübert de Boüard as the winemaking consultant. The strongest effort I have tasted from this 60-acre estate, it is composted of 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 31% Merlot and the rest Cabernet Franc and hit 14% natural alcohol. A Soft, Round, Generous, opaque plum-colored wine, it offers abundant notes of black cherries and black currants intermixed with hints of herbs and earth. Drink this sleeper of the vintage over the next 10-15 years. | |||||||||
| 15-06 | Branaire Ducru | Saint-Julien | Quatrième Grand Cru Classé | Robert Parker 93-95 | 0.75cl | € 73.40 | | ||
| Château Branaire Ducru: Proprietor Patrick Maroteaux has completed a decade of brilliant performances at this chateau across the Medoc's Route de Vin from Beychevelle and a stone's throw from Ducru Beaucaillou, St.-Pierre and Gloria. A fabulous effort, the 2010's notes of raspberry jam, black currants, crushed rocks and spring flowers are followed by a wine of impeccable purity, medium to full-bodied power, sweet tannin and stunning texture and length. With superb richness and beautiful overall equilibrium, it will benefit from 4-5 years of cellaring and keep for 25 or more years. Robert Parker 93-95 punten Wine Spectator 92-95 punten | |||||||||
| Branaire Ducru: Proprietor Patrick Maroteaux has completed a decade of brilliant performances at this chateau across the Medoc's Route de Vin from Beychevelle and a stone's throw from Ducru Beaucaillou, St.-Pierre and Gloria. A fabulous effort, the 2010's notes of raspberry jam, black currants, crushed rocks and spring flowers are followed by a wine of impeccable purity, medium to full-bodied power, sweet tannin and stunning texture and length. With superb richness and beautiful overall equilibrium, it will benefit from 4-5 years of cellaring and keep for 25 or more years. Robert Parker 93-95 punten Wine Spectator 92-95 punten | |||||||||
| 15-06 | Clos du Marquis | Saint-Julien | - | Robert Parker 91-93 | 0.75cl | € 55.45 | | ||
| Château Clos du Marquis: Now essentially treated as a separate estate by Jean-Hubert Delon, and not as a second wine of Leoville Las Cases (whose second wine is now the newly introduced Le Petit Lion), Clos du Marquis has been a shrewd consumer's purchase for almost two decades. Interestingly, the first vintage of Clos du Marquis was introduced in 1902! The 2010, which is an exceptional wine, was produced from the same parcel that always goes into this wine. A blend of 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 17% Merlot and the rest Cabernet Franc, it is a relatively big wine at 13.6% natural alcohol, with loads of black cherries, black currants and crushed rocks in a medium to full-bodied format. Layered, intense, high-class and complex, this wine should drink nicely for 15 or more years. Robert Parker:91-93 punten | |||||||||
| Clos du Marquis: Now essentially treated as a separate estate by Jean-Hubert Delon, and not as a second wine of Leoville Las Cases (whose second wine is now the newly introduced Le Petit Lion), Clos du Marquis has been a shrewd consumer's purchase for almost two decades. Interestingly, the first vintage of Clos du Marquis was introduced in 1902! The 2010, which is an exceptional wine, was produced from the same parcel that always goes into this wine. A blend of 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 17% Merlot and the rest Cabernet Franc, it is a relatively big wine at 13.6% natural alcohol, with loads of black cherries, black currants and crushed rocks in a medium to full-bodied format. Layered, intense, high-class and complex, this wine should drink nicely for 15 or more years. Robert Parker:91-93 punten | |||||||||
| 28-06 | Ducru Beaucaillou | Saint-Julien | Deuxième Grand Cru Classé | Robert Parker 96-98 | 0.75cl | € 226.25 | | ||
| Château Ducru Beaucaillou: Representing 45% of their total production, the 2010 Ducru will certainly compete with the efforts produced in 2009, 2008, and 2005. It hit 14% natural alcohol, compared to 13.5% in 2009 and 2008. A blend of 90% Cabernet Sauvignon and 10% Merlot, the wine has a surprisingly lower pH (3.62) than the 2009, or the 2005 for that matter. A truly remarkable wine, with a dense purple color and a beautiful nose of creme de cassis, spring flowers and crushed rock, this full-bodied, sensationally concentrated wine has massive richness, high but very sweet tannin, and stunning purity and depth. Proprietor Bruno Borie seems to have pulled out all the stops in turning out an absolutely compelling effort that is the essence of Ducru Beaucaillou. It should drink well for 30-40 years. Robert Parker 96-98 punten Decanter 19 punten **** | |||||||||
| Ducru Beaucaillou: Representing 45% of their total production, the 2010 Ducru will certainly compete with the efforts produced in 2009, 2008, and 2005. It hit 14% natural alcohol, compared to 13.5% in 2009 and 2008. A blend of 90% Cabernet Sauvignon and 10% Merlot, the wine has a surprisingly lower pH (3.62) than the 2009, or the 2005 for that matter. A truly remarkable wine, with a dense purple color and a beautiful nose of creme de cassis, spring flowers and crushed rock, this full-bodied, sensationally concentrated wine has massive richness, high but very sweet tannin, and stunning purity and depth. Proprietor Bruno Borie seems to have pulled out all the stops in turning out an absolutely compelling effort that is the essence of Ducru Beaucaillou. It should drink well for 30-40 years. Robert Parker 96-98 punten Decanter 19 punten **** | |||||||||
| 14-06 | Gloria | Saint-Julien | Cru Bourgeois Supérieur | Wine Spectator 92-95 | 0.75cl | € | | ||
| Château Gloria: A sensational effort, the 2010 Gloria may turn out to be the finest wine they have made since 1982, although the 2009 is a serious contender for that honor as well. A bigger than life as well as more backward than normal offering, the 2010 exhibits an inky/purple color along with an opulent display of black currants, jammy cherries, licorice, cedar and roasted herbs. Some serious tannin gives the wine grip, but this is a full-bodied, big, thick, well-proportioned, super-endowed Gloria that will benefit from 2-3 years of cellaring and keep for two decades. Robert Parker 91-93 punten | |||||||||
| Gloria: A sensational effort, the 2010 Gloria may turn out to be the finest wine they have made since 1982, although the 2009 is a serious contender for that honor as well. A bigger than life as well as more backward than normal offering, the 2010 exhibits an inky/purple color along with an opulent display of black currants, jammy cherries, licorice, cedar and roasted herbs. Some serious tannin gives the wine grip, but this is a full-bodied, big, thick, well-proportioned, super-endowed Gloria that will benefit from 2-3 years of cellaring and keep for two decades. Robert Parker 91-93 punten | |||||||||
| 16-06 | Hortevie | Saint-Julien | - | Robert Parker 89-91 | 0.75cl | € 24.95 | | ||
| Château Hortevie: Potentially this could turn out to be the finest Hortevie ever made.although the last three vintages have all been super-impressive. Made by Bruno Borie of Ducru Beaucaillou 2010 possesses a dense purple color as well as classic ST.JULIEN characteristics of cedarblack currants.damp earth and lead pencil shavings.Deep, medium to full-bodied and explosively fruit with light to moderate tannin.it shuold drink nicly for at least a decade. Wine Advocate Robert Parker 89-91 punten SLEEPER OFF THE VINATGE Er worden slechts 2000 kisten van gemaakt en is exclusief in Nederland bij ons verkrijgbaar. Het is een heel interessante wijn, die 2010 karakteriseert.Prijs-technisch een TOPPER en om nog vele jaren plezier van te genieten gemaakt door Bruno Borie. T.O. | |||||||||
| Hortevie: Potentially this could turn out to be the finest Hortevie ever made.although the last three vintages have all been super-impressive. Made by Bruno Borie of Ducru Beaucaillou 2010 possesses a dense purple color as well as classic ST.JULIEN characteristics of cedarblack currants.damp earth and lead pencil shavings.Deep, medium to full-bodied and explosively fruit with light to moderate tannin.it shuold drink nicly for at least a decade. Wine Advocate Robert Parker 89-91 punten SLEEPER OFF THE VINATGE Er worden slechts 2000 kisten van gemaakt en is exclusief in Nederland bij ons verkrijgbaar. Het is een heel interessante wijn, die 2010 karakteriseert.Prijs-technisch een TOPPER en om nog vele jaren plezier van te genieten gemaakt door Bruno Borie. T.O. | |||||||||
| 14-06 | Lagrange | Saint-Julien | Troisième Grand Cru Classé | Wine Spectator 90-93 | 0.75cl | € 60.95 | | ||
| Château Lagrange: Lagrange's relatively new winemaking team appears to have backed off the aggressive oak regime and the result is a wine with better overall balance. Still a backward, muscular/masculine style of St.-Julien, it reveals abundant tannin along with a subtle hint of vanillin intermixed with lead pencil shavings, white chocolate, black currant and cassis characteristics. Although less expressive than some of its 2010 peers, it is a big, powerful, rich wine that needs a decade of cellaring. It should last for 30 years. Robert Parker 89-92 punten Neal Martin 92-94 punten Wine Spectator: 90-93 punten | |||||||||
| Lagrange: Lagrange's relatively new winemaking team appears to have backed off the aggressive oak regime and the result is a wine with better overall balance. Still a backward, muscular/masculine style of St.-Julien, it reveals abundant tannin along with a subtle hint of vanillin intermixed with lead pencil shavings, white chocolate, black currant and cassis characteristics. Although less expressive than some of its 2010 peers, it is a big, powerful, rich wine that needs a decade of cellaring. It should last for 30 years. Robert Parker 89-92 punten Neal Martin 92-94 punten Wine Spectator: 90-93 punten | |||||||||
| 02-06 | Lalande Borie | Saint-Julien | Cru Bourgeois | Robert 89-92 | 0.75cl | € 23.15 | | ||
| Château Lalande Borie: Another sleeper off the vintage from Bruno Borie,this 2010 is atypical powerfull,rich and concentrated, with loads of sweet black currants, mocha and a hint of caramel, Deep,lush,succulent and fruit-driven, it is a wine to drink in its first 10-12 years of life. Robert Parker 89-92 punten. Fraai glas, zwart dik fruit goede betaalbare St.Julien mooie concentratie, gastronomisch. T.O. | |||||||||
| Lalande Borie: Another sleeper off the vintage from Bruno Borie,this 2010 is atypical powerfull,rich and concentrated, with loads of sweet black currants, mocha and a hint of caramel, Deep,lush,succulent and fruit-driven, it is a wine to drink in its first 10-12 years of life. Robert Parker 89-92 punten. Fraai glas, zwart dik fruit goede betaalbare St.Julien mooie concentratie, gastronomisch. T.O. | |||||||||
| 14-06 | Léoville Barton | Saint-Julien | Deuxième Grand Cru Classé | Wine Spectator 94-97 | 0.75cl | € | | ||
| Château Léoville Barton: The 2010 Leoville Barton was almost impossible to evaluate because of its highly extracted, masculine, muscular style. However, it exhibits a dense purple color along with surprising amounts of oak, excruciatingly painful tannin levels, good acidity and a massive mouthfeel. One of the biggest, most backward wines of the vintage, forget it for a decade and drink it over the following 30+ years. Unfortunately, I have passed the age where it makes sense to buy a wine such as this. Robert Parker 91-93 punten | |||||||||
| Léoville Barton: The 2010 Leoville Barton was almost impossible to evaluate because of its highly extracted, masculine, muscular style. However, it exhibits a dense purple color along with surprising amounts of oak, excruciatingly painful tannin levels, good acidity and a massive mouthfeel. One of the biggest, most backward wines of the vintage, forget it for a decade and drink it over the following 30+ years. Unfortunately, I have passed the age where it makes sense to buy a wine such as this. Robert Parker 91-93 punten | |||||||||
| 30-06 | Léoville du Marquis de Las Cases | Saint-Julien | Deuxième Grand Cru Classé | Robert Parker 95-98 | 0.75cl | € 289.20 | | ||
| Château Léoville du Marquis de Las Cases: As one would expect, this is a powerful, concentrated wine with 13.7% natural alcohol (compared to 2005's 13.2%). The pH is quite normal at 3.56, and its relatively high total acidity gives it a classic, fresh, yet backward style. Given how long vintages such as 1982, 1986, and I suspect, 2000 are taking to reach maturity, prospective purchasers of this wine should easily invest in a decade of cellaring, although I suspect it will be closer to 15 or more years before it reveals secondary nuances. A good 40- to 50-year wine, it is a dense purple, full-bodied style of Las Cases, with classic sweet kirsch, graphite and black currant fruit as well as hints of new saddle leather and subtle oak. Backward, layered and multi-dimensional, the wine is stunningly rich, but brooding. Forget it at least until 2020 or later. Robert Parker 95-98 punten Wine Spectator 95-98 punten Decanter 19.5 punten ***** | |||||||||
| Léoville du Marquis de Las Cases: As one would expect, this is a powerful, concentrated wine with 13.7% natural alcohol (compared to 2005's 13.2%). The pH is quite normal at 3.56, and its relatively high total acidity gives it a classic, fresh, yet backward style. Given how long vintages such as 1982, 1986, and I suspect, 2000 are taking to reach maturity, prospective purchasers of this wine should easily invest in a decade of cellaring, although I suspect it will be closer to 15 or more years before it reveals secondary nuances. A good 40- to 50-year wine, it is a dense purple, full-bodied style of Las Cases, with classic sweet kirsch, graphite and black currant fruit as well as hints of new saddle leather and subtle oak. Backward, layered and multi-dimensional, the wine is stunningly rich, but brooding. Forget it at least until 2020 or later. Robert Parker 95-98 punten Wine Spectator 95-98 punten Decanter 19.5 punten ***** | |||||||||
| 09-06 | Léoville Poyferré | Saint-Julien | Deuxième Grand Cru Classé | Robert Parker 95-98 | 0.75cl | € | | ||
| Château Léoville Poyferré: One of the prodigious wines of the vintage, the Cuvelier family has produced an outstanding 2010 that must tip the scales at 14.5+% alcohol. It boasts an opaque purple color in addition to a sweet perfume of spring flowers, black raspberries, creme de cassis and a hint of spicy oak. This seamlessly constructed St.-Julien possesses massive concentration, moderately high tannins, abundant glycerin, an unctuous texture, remarkably fresh acids and wonderful precision. It will benefit from 5-6 years of cellaring and last 30-35 years. Robert Parker 95-98 punten Decanter 18.5***** | |||||||||
| Léoville Poyferré: One of the prodigious wines of the vintage, the Cuvelier family has produced an outstanding 2010 that must tip the scales at 14.5+% alcohol. It boasts an opaque purple color in addition to a sweet perfume of spring flowers, black raspberries, creme de cassis and a hint of spicy oak. This seamlessly constructed St.-Julien possesses massive concentration, moderately high tannins, abundant glycerin, an unctuous texture, remarkably fresh acids and wonderful precision. It will benefit from 5-6 years of cellaring and last 30-35 years. Robert Parker 95-98 punten Decanter 18.5***** | |||||||||
| 14-06 | Les Fiefs de Lagrange | Saint-Julien | 2nd wine of Château | Wine Spectator 89-92 | 0.75cl | € 23.75 | | ||
| Château Les Fiefs de Lagrange: Tweede wijn van Chateau Lagrange Wine Spectator 89-92 punten Neal Martin 89-91 punten | |||||||||
| Les Fiefs de Lagrange: Tweede wijn van Chateau Lagrange Wine Spectator 89-92 punten Neal Martin 89-91 punten | |||||||||
| 16-06 | Saint Pierre | Saint-Julien | Quatrième Grand Cru Classé | Robert Parker 95-97 | 0.75cl | € 78.75 | | ||
| Château Saint Pierre: A killer trilogy (2008, 2009 and 2010) has been produced by Saint-Pierre and the 2010 is unquestionably one of the all-time great wines this estate has yet made. A candidate for one of the top wines of this remarkable vintage, it offers a thunderball of fruit, extract, glycerin and intensity. Its black/purple color is accompanied by notes of melted licorice, camphor, blackberries, blueberries, creme de cassis and subtle background oak, amazing concentration, unbelievable opulence and intense, but sweet, well-integrated tannins. Moreover, because of lower pH's and higher total acids across the board in 2010, and despite the high alcohols (this wine's alcohol content must be 14.5+%), the overall impression is one of elegance, freshness and precision. This cuvee reminded me somewhat of a St.-Julien version of another of the superstars of the vintage, the 2010 Pichon Longueville Baron. The 2010 Saint-Pierre should drink well for 30-40 years. Robert Parker 95-97+ punten Decanter: *** 18 Jancis Robinson: 17 Neal Martin: 88-90 Wine Spectator: 91-94 | |||||||||
| Saint Pierre: A killer trilogy (2008, 2009 and 2010) has been produced by Saint-Pierre and the 2010 is unquestionably one of the all-time great wines this estate has yet made. A candidate for one of the top wines of this remarkable vintage, it offers a thunderball of fruit, extract, glycerin and intensity. Its black/purple color is accompanied by notes of melted licorice, camphor, blackberries, blueberries, creme de cassis and subtle background oak, amazing concentration, unbelievable opulence and intense, but sweet, well-integrated tannins. Moreover, because of lower pH's and higher total acids across the board in 2010, and despite the high alcohols (this wine's alcohol content must be 14.5+%), the overall impression is one of elegance, freshness and precision. This cuvee reminded me somewhat of a St.-Julien version of another of the superstars of the vintage, the 2010 Pichon Longueville Baron. The 2010 Saint-Pierre should drink well for 30-40 years. Robert Parker 95-97+ punten Decanter: *** 18 Jancis Robinson: 17 Neal Martin: 88-90 Wine Spectator: 91-94 | |||||||||
| 25-05 | Sarget de Gruaud Larose | Saint-Julien | 2nd wine of Château | Wine Spectator 90-93 | 0.75cl | € | | ||
| Château Sarget de Gruaud Larose: 2e wijn van Gruaud Larose | |||||||||
| Sarget de Gruaud Larose: 2e wijn van Gruaud Larose | |||||||||
| 09-06 | Talbot | Saint-Julien | Quatrième Grand Cru Classé | Robert Parker 91-93 | 0.75cl | € 60.95 | | ||
| Château Talbot: Abundant amounts of sweet, up-front fruit give this wine a precocious appeal compared to many of its brethren. It exhibits a dense plum/ruby/purple hue along with sweet boysenberry, blackcurrant, cherry, smoke and licorice aromas and flavors. This deep, medium to full-bodied, classic Talbot should be approachable when released, and age effortlessly for 15 or more years. Robert Parker 91-93 punten | |||||||||
| Talbot: Abundant amounts of sweet, up-front fruit give this wine a precocious appeal compared to many of its brethren. It exhibits a dense plum/ruby/purple hue along with sweet boysenberry, blackcurrant, cherry, smoke and licorice aromas and flavors. This deep, medium to full-bodied, classic Talbot should be approachable when released, and age effortlessly for 15 or more years. Robert Parker 91-93 punten | |||||||||
| 24-05 | Carmes de Rieussec | Sauternes A.C. | 2nd wine of Château | 0.75cl | € 23.25 | | |||
| Château Carmes de Rieussec: 2e wijn van Chateau Rieussec. | |||||||||
| Carmes de Rieussec: 2e wijn van Chateau Rieussec. | |||||||||
| 24-05 | Carmes de Rieussec | Sauternes A.C. | 2nd wine of Château | 0.375cl | € 13.15 | | |||
| Château Carmes de Rieussec: 2e wijn van Chateau Rieussec | |||||||||
| Carmes de Rieussec: 2e wijn van Chateau Rieussec | |||||||||
| 12-05 | Clos Haut Peyraguey | Sauternes A.C. | Premier Cru | Wine Advocate 90-92 | 0.75cl | € 45.50 | | ||
| Château Clos Haut Peyraguey: Decanter: ***** Rich, creamy, wonderfully marked by super botrytised berries, lots of sugar but also lots of charm, comfort, purity and energy. A future classic, with an Yquem-like nobility. Drink 2020-2050. (19 points) | |||||||||
| Clos Haut Peyraguey: Decanter: ***** Rich, creamy, wonderfully marked by super botrytised berries, lots of sugar but also lots of charm, comfort, purity and energy. A future classic, with an Yquem-like nobility. Drink 2020-2050. (19 points) | |||||||||
| 12-05 | Clos Haut Peyraguey | Sauternes A.C. | Premier Cru | Wine Advocate 90-92 | 0.375cl | € 24.35 | | ||
| Château Clos Haut Peyraguey: Decanter: ***** Rich, creamy, wonderfully marked by super botrytised berries, lots of sugar but also lots of charm, comfort, purity and energy. A future classic, with an Yquem-like nobility. Drink 2020-2050. (19 points) | |||||||||
| Clos Haut Peyraguey: Decanter: ***** Rich, creamy, wonderfully marked by super botrytised berries, lots of sugar but also lots of charm, comfort, purity and energy. A future classic, with an Yquem-like nobility. Drink 2020-2050. (19 points) | |||||||||
| 25-05 | Coutet | Sauternes A.C. | Premier Cru | Wine Spectator 93-96 | 0.75cl | € 69.85 | | ||
| Château Coutet: The 2010 Château Coutet has 154-gms/litre residual sugar, one of the highest in Sauternes/Barsac. It is endowed with a delightful bouquet of freshly sliced mango, Tropicana and a touch of honey, with good definition an minerality. The palate is medium-bodied with very impressive balance and poise, and is slightly viscous in the mouth, with almond, lemon curd and a touch of orange peel. The finish is composed and long. The 2010 Coutet is very impressive for the vintage, although I suggest not quite reaching the stellar heights of magnificent 2009. Robert Parker 93-95 punten | |||||||||
| Coutet: The 2010 Château Coutet has 154-gms/litre residual sugar, one of the highest in Sauternes/Barsac. It is endowed with a delightful bouquet of freshly sliced mango, Tropicana and a touch of honey, with good definition an minerality. The palate is medium-bodied with very impressive balance and poise, and is slightly viscous in the mouth, with almond, lemon curd and a touch of orange peel. The finish is composed and long. The 2010 Coutet is very impressive for the vintage, although I suggest not quite reaching the stellar heights of magnificent 2009. Robert Parker 93-95 punten | |||||||||
| 25-05 | Coutet | Sauternes A.C. | Premier Cru | Wine Spectator 93-96 | 0.375cl | € 36.40 | | ||
| Château Coutet: The 2010 Château Coutet has 154-gms/litre residual sugar, one of the highest in Sauternes/Barsac. It is endowed with a delightful bouquet of freshly sliced mango, Tropicana and a touch of honey, with good definition an minerality. The palate is medium-bodied with very impressive balance and poise, and is slightly viscous in the mouth, with almond, lemon curd and a touch of orange peel. The finish is composed and long. The 2010 Coutet is very impressive for the vintage, although I suggest not quite reaching the stellar heights of magnificent 2009. Robert Parker 93-95 punten | |||||||||
| Coutet: The 2010 Château Coutet has 154-gms/litre residual sugar, one of the highest in Sauternes/Barsac. It is endowed with a delightful bouquet of freshly sliced mango, Tropicana and a touch of honey, with good definition an minerality. The palate is medium-bodied with very impressive balance and poise, and is slightly viscous in the mouth, with almond, lemon curd and a touch of orange peel. The finish is composed and long. The 2010 Coutet is very impressive for the vintage, although I suggest not quite reaching the stellar heights of magnificent 2009. Robert Parker 93-95 punten | |||||||||
| 01-07 | D' Yquem | Sauternes A.C. | Premier Grand Cru Classé | Wine Spectator 93-96 | 0.75cl | € 630.40 | | ||
| Château D' Yquem: Picked predominantly over 10 days from October 14, the 2010 d'Yquem has 141gms/L residual sugar and pH 3.80. It is a slow-burner, the nose understated at first but unfurling with each passing moment with subtle scents of freshly sliced apricots, Clementine, clear honey and white flowers. There is an underlying minerality that really defines this bouquet. The palate is similar to the nose, revealing hidden facets with almost each swirl of the glass - orange blossom, limestone, white peach and honeysuckle. This is such a precise d'Yquem; it is after you have swallowed the wine that one comprehends just how brilliant it is. Neal Martin 96-98 punten Wine spectator 93-96 punten | |||||||||
| D' Yquem: Picked predominantly over 10 days from October 14, the 2010 d'Yquem has 141gms/L residual sugar and pH 3.80. It is a slow-burner, the nose understated at first but unfurling with each passing moment with subtle scents of freshly sliced apricots, Clementine, clear honey and white flowers. There is an underlying minerality that really defines this bouquet. The palate is similar to the nose, revealing hidden facets with almost each swirl of the glass - orange blossom, limestone, white peach and honeysuckle. This is such a precise d'Yquem; it is after you have swallowed the wine that one comprehends just how brilliant it is. Neal Martin 96-98 punten Wine spectator 93-96 punten | |||||||||
| 01-07 | D' Yquem | Sauternes A.C. | Premier Grand Cru Classé | Wine Spectator 93-96 | 0.375cl | € 316.30 | | ||
| Château D' Yquem: Picked predominantly over 10 days from October 14, the 2010 d'Yquem has 141gms/L residual sugar and pH 3.80. It is a slow-burner, the nose understated at first but unfurling with each passing moment with subtle scents of freshly sliced apricots, Clementine, clear honey and white flowers. There is an underlying minerality that really defines this bouquet. The palate is similar to the nose, revealing hidden facets with almost each swirl of the glass - orange blossom, limestone, white peach and honeysuckle. This is such a precise d'Yquem; it is after you have swallowed the wine that one comprehends just how brilliant it is. Neal Martin 96-98 punten Wine Spectator 93-96 punten | |||||||||
| D' Yquem: Picked predominantly over 10 days from October 14, the 2010 d'Yquem has 141gms/L residual sugar and pH 3.80. It is a slow-burner, the nose understated at first but unfurling with each passing moment with subtle scents of freshly sliced apricots, Clementine, clear honey and white flowers. There is an underlying minerality that really defines this bouquet. The palate is similar to the nose, revealing hidden facets with almost each swirl of the glass - orange blossom, limestone, white peach and honeysuckle. This is such a precise d'Yquem; it is after you have swallowed the wine that one comprehends just how brilliant it is. Neal Martin 96-98 punten Wine Spectator 93-96 punten | |||||||||
| 01-06 | de Myrat | Sauternes A.C. | Deuxième Cru | Robert Parker 91-93 | 0.375cl | € 16.20 | | ||
| Château de Myrat: The sample tasted blind during my main Sauternes tasting was a little out of sorts: however, a second and third encounter were much more promising.The nose is very pure, with honey, passion fruit and quince, whilst the palate demonstrates great frehness and vitality, zippy acidity.with real race towards the linear finish.This holds great promise by bottling and may warrant a higher mark. Robert Parker 91-93 punten | |||||||||
| de Myrat: The sample tasted blind during my main Sauternes tasting was a little out of sorts: however, a second and third encounter were much more promising.The nose is very pure, with honey, passion fruit and quince, whilst the palate demonstrates great frehness and vitality, zippy acidity.with real race towards the linear finish.This holds great promise by bottling and may warrant a higher mark. Robert Parker 91-93 punten | |||||||||
| 30-05 | de Fargues | Sauternes A.C. | - | Robert Parker 92-.95 | 0.75cl | € 118.40 | | ||
| Château de Fargues: It has a very pure nose of clear honey,lemon curd ans passion fruit all with fine delineation and focus. The palate is medium-bodied with a citrus-driven entry with touches of lime,passion fruit and grapefruit.It has great focus and "drive", a crescendo of flavours that embrace quince.Seville orange.tangerine and spice. There is wonderful persistence towards the powerfull finish.This ia another great de Farques to follow the monumental 2009 Robert Parker 92-95 punten. | |||||||||
| de Fargues: It has a very pure nose of clear honey,lemon curd ans passion fruit all with fine delineation and focus. The palate is medium-bodied with a citrus-driven entry with touches of lime,passion fruit and grapefruit.It has great focus and "drive", a crescendo of flavours that embrace quince.Seville orange.tangerine and spice. There is wonderful persistence towards the powerfull finish.This ia another great de Farques to follow the monumental 2009 Robert Parker 92-95 punten. | |||||||||
| 30-05 | de Fargues | Sauternes A.C. | - | Robert Parker 92-95 | 0.375cl | € 60.75 | | ||
| Château de Fargues: It has a very pure nose of clear honey,lemon curd ans passion fruit all with fine delineation and focus. The palate is medium-bodied with a citrus-driven entry with touches of lime,passion fruit and grapefruit.It has great focus and "drive", a crescendo of flavours that embrace quince.Seville orange.tangerine and spice. There is wonderful persistence towards the powerfull finish.This ia another great de Farques to follow the monumental 2009 Robert Parker 92-95 punten. | |||||||||
| de Fargues: It has a very pure nose of clear honey,lemon curd ans passion fruit all with fine delineation and focus. The palate is medium-bodied with a citrus-driven entry with touches of lime,passion fruit and grapefruit.It has great focus and "drive", a crescendo of flavours that embrace quince.Seville orange.tangerine and spice. There is wonderful persistence towards the powerfull finish.This ia another great de Farques to follow the monumental 2009 Robert Parker 92-95 punten. | |||||||||
| 19-05 | de L'Alliance | Sauternes A.C. | - | Robert Parker 90-92 | 0.50cl | € 19.50 | | ||
| Château de L'Alliance: ***Our favourite Sauternes.*** commentaar van Bill Blatch grootste Sauternes kenner van Frankrijk Look out for this tiny producer. Daniel Alibrand has fashioned a light, but attractive bouquet demonstrating good minerality and precision with hints of fresh grapefruit and lime. The palate is fresh and pure on the entry, with light honey, quince and crushed stone, leading to a precise and focused finish that compensates for its lack of botrytis with its precision. Watch this blossom with age. Robert Parker 90-92 punten Ik heb deze wijn 2 maal geproefd. Niet te zoet,lekker fris citrusfruit, heerlijke zuren T.O. | |||||||||
| de L'Alliance: ***Our favourite Sauternes.*** commentaar van Bill Blatch grootste Sauternes kenner van Frankrijk Look out for this tiny producer. Daniel Alibrand has fashioned a light, but attractive bouquet demonstrating good minerality and precision with hints of fresh grapefruit and lime. The palate is fresh and pure on the entry, with light honey, quince and crushed stone, leading to a precise and focused finish that compensates for its lack of botrytis with its precision. Watch this blossom with age. Robert Parker 90-92 punten Ik heb deze wijn 2 maal geproefd. Niet te zoet,lekker fris citrusfruit, heerlijke zuren T.O. | |||||||||
| 01-06 | de Myrat | Sauternes A.C. | Deuxième Cru | Robert Parker 91-93 | 0.75cl | € 29.35 | | ||
| Château de Myrat: The sample tasted blind during my main Sauternes tasting was a little out of sorts: however, a second and third encounter were much more promising.The nose is very pure, with honey, passion fruit and quince, whilst the palate demonstrates great frehness and vitality, zippy acidity.with real race towards the linear finish.This holds great promise by bottling and may warrant a higher mark. Robert Parker 91-93 punten | |||||||||
| de Myrat: The sample tasted blind during my main Sauternes tasting was a little out of sorts: however, a second and third encounter were much more promising.The nose is very pure, with honey, passion fruit and quince, whilst the palate demonstrates great frehness and vitality, zippy acidity.with real race towards the linear finish.This holds great promise by bottling and may warrant a higher mark. Robert Parker 91-93 punten | |||||||||
| 25-05 | Doisy Daene | Sauternes A.C. | Premier Cru | Robert Parker 92-94 | 0.75cl | € 39.25 | | ||
| Château Doisy Daene: Denis Dubourdieu’s Barsac cru has an attractive bouquet with subtle notes of cooking apple, pear, and lime-flower, all with very fine delineation. The palate displays good weight and a fine thread of acidity, landing tension and poise that leads to a taut finish, showing good botrytis levels for the vintage. With its trademark minerality in place, this Doisy-Daëne comes highly recommended. Robert Parker | |||||||||
| Doisy Daene: Denis Dubourdieu’s Barsac cru has an attractive bouquet with subtle notes of cooking apple, pear, and lime-flower, all with very fine delineation. The palate displays good weight and a fine thread of acidity, landing tension and poise that leads to a taut finish, showing good botrytis levels for the vintage. With its trademark minerality in place, this Doisy-Daëne comes highly recommended. Robert Parker | |||||||||
| 25-05 | Doisy Daene | Sauternes A.C. | Premier Cru | Robert Parker 92-94 | 0.375cl | € 20.95 | | ||
| Château Doisy Daene: Denis Dubourdieu’s Barsac cru has an attractive bouquet with subtle notes of cooking apple, pear, and lime-flower, all with very fine delineation. The palate displays good weight and a fine thread of acidity, landing tension and poise that leads to a taut finish, showing good botrytis levels for the vintage. With its trademark minerality in place, this Doisy-Daëne comes highly recommended. Robert Parker | |||||||||
| Doisy Daene: Denis Dubourdieu’s Barsac cru has an attractive bouquet with subtle notes of cooking apple, pear, and lime-flower, all with very fine delineation. The palate displays good weight and a fine thread of acidity, landing tension and poise that leads to a taut finish, showing good botrytis levels for the vintage. With its trademark minerality in place, this Doisy-Daëne comes highly recommended. Robert Parker | |||||||||
| 17-05 | Guiraud | Sauternes A.C. | Premier Cru | Robert Parker 91-93 | 0.75cl | € 46.50 | | ||
| Château Guiraud: The 2010 château Guiraud has fine purity and minerality on the nose, with touches of passion fruit and dried apricot, later quince joining the fray. The palate is very well-balanced with a lively entry of apricot, quince and a touch of hazelnut. The middle and finish demonstrate fine tension and a lot freshness. Individual lots seemed to have more race than the final sample, and I suspect it will warrant a higher score once the final blend is in the bottle. Robert Parker 91-93 punten | |||||||||
| Guiraud: The 2010 château Guiraud has fine purity and minerality on the nose, with touches of passion fruit and dried apricot, later quince joining the fray. The palate is very well-balanced with a lively entry of apricot, quince and a touch of hazelnut. The middle and finish demonstrate fine tension and a lot freshness. Individual lots seemed to have more race than the final sample, and I suspect it will warrant a higher score once the final blend is in the bottle. Robert Parker 91-93 punten | |||||||||
| 17-05 | Guiraud | Sauternes A.C. | Premier Cru | Robert Parker 91-93 | 0.375cl | € 25.50 | | ||
| Château Guiraud: The 2010 château Guiraud has fine purity and minerality on the nose, with touches of passion fruit and dried apricot, later quince joining the fray. The palate is very well-balanced with a lively entry of apricot, quince and a touch of hazelnut. The middle and finish demonstrate fine tension and a lot freshness. Individual lots seemed to have more race than the final sample, and I suspect it will warrant a higher score once the final blend is in the bottle. Robert Parker 91-93 punten | |||||||||
| Guiraud: The 2010 château Guiraud has fine purity and minerality on the nose, with touches of passion fruit and dried apricot, later quince joining the fray. The palate is very well-balanced with a lively entry of apricot, quince and a touch of hazelnut. The middle and finish demonstrate fine tension and a lot freshness. Individual lots seemed to have more race than the final sample, and I suspect it will warrant a higher score once the final blend is in the bottle. Robert Parker 91-93 punten | |||||||||
| 25-05 | L' Extravagant de Doisy Daene | Sauternes A.C. | Deuxième Cru | Robert Parker 95-97 | 0.375cl | € | | ||
| Château L' Extravagant de Doisy Daene: L’Extravagant de Doisy-Daëne With 12,2% alcohol and 212 gms residual sugar, the L’Extravagant de Doisy-Daëne consists of 50% Sauvignon Blanc and 50% Semillion. It has a very taut, controlled bouquet that(pardon the expression) is less extravagant than recent vintages, but is beautifully defined with touches of kiwi fruit, green apple and limestone. The palate is mellifluous on the entry, struck through with brilliant acidity, lending it such tension and freshness that is tune with the vintage. Denis hopes to have nine barrels of this fabulous Barsac. Robert Parker | |||||||||
| L' Extravagant de Doisy Daene: L’Extravagant de Doisy-Daëne With 12,2% alcohol and 212 gms residual sugar, the L’Extravagant de Doisy-Daëne consists of 50% Sauvignon Blanc and 50% Semillion. It has a very taut, controlled bouquet that(pardon the expression) is less extravagant than recent vintages, but is beautifully defined with touches of kiwi fruit, green apple and limestone. The palate is mellifluous on the entry, struck through with brilliant acidity, lending it such tension and freshness that is tune with the vintage. Denis hopes to have nine barrels of this fabulous Barsac. Robert Parker | |||||||||
| 10-05 | La Tour Blanche | Sauternes A.C. | Premier Cru | Wine Spectator 93-96 | 0.75cl | € 58.50 | | ||
| Château La Tour Blanche: Robert Parker 92-94 punten Decanter:***** Bags of acidity balancing the very high sugar content, impressive, and as always an intriguing touch of Muscadelle-like floweriness which is the signature of the growth. Marvellous finesse. Drink 2020-2050. (19 points) Wit fruit, superfris,finesse en elegant mooi zoet. niet te ,fraaie zuren. ik vond deze wijn heel verleidelijk T.O. | |||||||||
| La Tour Blanche: Robert Parker 92-94 punten Decanter:***** Bags of acidity balancing the very high sugar content, impressive, and as always an intriguing touch of Muscadelle-like floweriness which is the signature of the growth. Marvellous finesse. Drink 2020-2050. (19 points) Wit fruit, superfris,finesse en elegant mooi zoet. niet te ,fraaie zuren. ik vond deze wijn heel verleidelijk T.O. | |||||||||
| 10-05 | La Tour Blanche | Sauternes A.C. | Premier Cru | Wine Spectator 93-96 | 0.375cl | € 30.70 | | ||
| Château La Tour Blanche: Robert Parker 92-94 punten Decanter:***** Bags of acidity balancing the very high sugar content, impressive, and as always an intriguing touch of Muscadelle-like floweriness which is the signature of the growth. Marvellous finesse. Drink 2020-2050. (19 points Wit fruit, superfris,finesse en elegant mooi zoet. niet te ,fraaie zuren. ik vond deze wijn heel verleidelijk T.O. | |||||||||
| La Tour Blanche: Robert Parker 92-94 punten Decanter:***** Bags of acidity balancing the very high sugar content, impressive, and as always an intriguing touch of Muscadelle-like floweriness which is the signature of the growth. Marvellous finesse. Drink 2020-2050. (19 points Wit fruit, superfris,finesse en elegant mooi zoet. niet te ,fraaie zuren. ik vond deze wijn heel verleidelijk T.O. | |||||||||
| 12-05 | Lafaurie Peyraguey | Sauternes A.C. | Premier Cru | Neal Martin 91-93 | 0.75cl | € 44.95 | | ||
| Château Lafaurie Peyraguey: Decanter ***** Very rich and pure aromas, mix of agrumes and white fruits, delicious balance, slightly less precise sample than Clos Haut Peyraguey, but very similar in overall balance and texture. Great future. Drink 2020-2050. (18.5 points) | |||||||||
| Lafaurie Peyraguey: Decanter ***** Very rich and pure aromas, mix of agrumes and white fruits, delicious balance, slightly less precise sample than Clos Haut Peyraguey, but very similar in overall balance and texture. Great future. Drink 2020-2050. (18.5 points) | |||||||||
| 12-05 | Lafaurie Peyraguey | Sauternes A.C. | Premier Cru | Neal Martin 91-93 | 0.375cl | € 23.95 | | ||
| Château Lafaurie Peyraguey: Decanter ***** Very rich and pure aromas, mix of agrumes and white fruits, delicious balance, slightly less precise sample than Clos Haut Peyraguey, but very similar in overall balance and texture. Great future. Drink 2020-2050. (18.5 points) | |||||||||
| Lafaurie Peyraguey: Decanter ***** Very rich and pure aromas, mix of agrumes and white fruits, delicious balance, slightly less precise sample than Clos Haut Peyraguey, but very similar in overall balance and texture. Great future. Drink 2020-2050. (18.5 points) | |||||||||
| 18-05 | Raymond-Lafon | Sauternes A.C. | - | Robert Parker 92-94 | 0.375cl | € 20.95 | | ||
| Château Raymond-Lafon: The Château Raymond-Lafon has a reticent nose at first that finds its voice after a few swirls of the glass, offering dried mango, almond and a touch of quince, all with fine delineation and intensity. The palate is medium-bodied with good acidity and tension, the minerality really coming through towards the beautifully composted finish. This is a very accomplished Raymond-Lafon that will repay cellaring. Robert Parker | |||||||||
| Raymond-Lafon: The Château Raymond-Lafon has a reticent nose at first that finds its voice after a few swirls of the glass, offering dried mango, almond and a touch of quince, all with fine delineation and intensity. The palate is medium-bodied with good acidity and tension, the minerality really coming through towards the beautifully composted finish. This is a very accomplished Raymond-Lafon that will repay cellaring. Robert Parker | |||||||||
| 01-06 | Rayne Vigneau | Sauternes A.C. | Premier Cru | Robert Parker: 89-91 | 0.75cl | € 42.90 | | ||
| Château Rayne Vigneau: The Chateau Rayne-Vigneau shows a slight chalkness on the nose that remains very tight despite coaxing from the glass. The palate is medium-bodied with mango, guave ans passion fruit on the entry, broadening out nicely across the palate with a spicy edge, although the finish is, at present just a little too linear, when I expected fireworks. Hopefully this will developp more volue and chutzpah in barrel. Robert Parker: 89-91 | |||||||||
| Rayne Vigneau: The Chateau Rayne-Vigneau shows a slight chalkness on the nose that remains very tight despite coaxing from the glass. The palate is medium-bodied with mango, guave ans passion fruit on the entry, broadening out nicely across the palate with a spicy edge, although the finish is, at present just a little too linear, when I expected fireworks. Hopefully this will developp more volue and chutzpah in barrel. Robert Parker: 89-91 | |||||||||
| 01-06 | Rayne Vigneau | Sauternes A.C. | Premier Cru | Robert Parker: 89-91 | 0.375cl | € 22.90 | | ||
| Château Rayne Vigneau: The Chateau Rayne-Vigneau shows a slight chalkness on the nose that remains very tight despite coaxing from the glass. The palate is medium-bodied with mango, guave ans passion fruit on the entry, broadening out nicely across the palate with a spicy edge, although the finish is, at present just a little too linear, when I expected fireworks. Hopefully this will developp more volue and chutzpah in barrel. Robert Parker: 89-91 | |||||||||
| Rayne Vigneau: The Chateau Rayne-Vigneau shows a slight chalkness on the nose that remains very tight despite coaxing from the glass. The palate is medium-bodied with mango, guave ans passion fruit on the entry, broadening out nicely across the palate with a spicy edge, although the finish is, at present just a little too linear, when I expected fireworks. Hopefully this will developp more volue and chutzpah in barrel. Robert Parker: 89-91 | |||||||||
| 20-05 | Rieussec | Sauternes A.C. | Premier Cru | Wine Spectator 93-96 | 0.75cl | € 73.20 | | ||
| Château Rieussec: Sporting 140gms/L residual sugar, the 2010 Rieussec displays impressive clarity on the nose, with fresh pineapple, grapefruit and a touch of lime flower, and tangible minerality. The palate has that “Tropicana” vibe with guava, almond and pineapple that slightly obfuscates the terroir towards the finish. This is a highly enjoyable, comparatively rich 2010 Sauternes, but without the intellect of some of the finest examples of the vintage Robert Parker 90-92 punten Decanter ***** 18.5 | |||||||||
| Rieussec: Sporting 140gms/L residual sugar, the 2010 Rieussec displays impressive clarity on the nose, with fresh pineapple, grapefruit and a touch of lime flower, and tangible minerality. The palate has that “Tropicana” vibe with guava, almond and pineapple that slightly obfuscates the terroir towards the finish. This is a highly enjoyable, comparatively rich 2010 Sauternes, but without the intellect of some of the finest examples of the vintage Robert Parker 90-92 punten Decanter ***** 18.5 | |||||||||
| 20-05 | Rieussec | Sauternes A.C. | Premier Cru | Wine Spectator 93-96 | 0.375cl | € 38.25 | | ||
| Château Rieussec: Sporting 140gms/L residual sugar, the 2010 Rieussec displays impressive clarity on the nose, with fresh pineapple, grapefruit and a touch of lime flower, and tangible minerality. The palate has that “Tropicana” vibe with guava, almond and pineapple that slightly obfuscates the terroir towards the finish. This is a highly enjoyable, comparatively rich 2010 Sauternes, but without the intellect of some of the finest examples of the vintage Robert Parker 90-92 punten Decanter ***** 18.5 | |||||||||
| Rieussec: Sporting 140gms/L residual sugar, the 2010 Rieussec displays impressive clarity on the nose, with fresh pineapple, grapefruit and a touch of lime flower, and tangible minerality. The palate has that “Tropicana” vibe with guava, almond and pineapple that slightly obfuscates the terroir towards the finish. This is a highly enjoyable, comparatively rich 2010 Sauternes, but without the intellect of some of the finest examples of the vintage Robert Parker 90-92 punten Decanter ***** 18.5 | |||||||||
| 12-05 | Sigalas Rabaud | Sauternes A.C. | Premier Cru | Neal Martin 91-93 | 0.75cl | € 46.50 | | ||
| Château Sigalas Rabaud: Decanter: ***** Golden colour, but with green edges indicating ability to age, some oakiness but as with Rieussec impressive texture and aftertaste, great class, and perfect 'Haut-Bommes' type (Haut-Bommes is the name of the most elevated Sauternes quarter). Drink 2020-2050. (18.5 points) | |||||||||
| Sigalas Rabaud: Decanter: ***** Golden colour, but with green edges indicating ability to age, some oakiness but as with Rieussec impressive texture and aftertaste, great class, and perfect 'Haut-Bommes' type (Haut-Bommes is the name of the most elevated Sauternes quarter). Drink 2020-2050. (18.5 points) | |||||||||
| 12-05 | Sigalas Rabaud | Sauternes A.C. | Premier Cru | Jancis Robinson 17 | 0.375cl | € 24.70 | | ||
| Château Sigalas Rabaud: Decanter: ***** Golden colour, but with green edges indicating ability to age, some oakiness but as with Rieussec impressive texture and aftertaste, great class, and perfect 'Haut-Bommes' type (Haut-Bommes is the name of the most elevated Sauternes quarter). Drink 2020-2050. (18.5 points) | |||||||||
| Sigalas Rabaud: Decanter: ***** Golden colour, but with green edges indicating ability to age, some oakiness but as with Rieussec impressive texture and aftertaste, great class, and perfect 'Haut-Bommes' type (Haut-Bommes is the name of the most elevated Sauternes quarter). Drink 2020-2050. (18.5 points) | |||||||||
| 17-05 | Suduiraut | Sauternes A.C. | Premier Cru | Robert Parker 94-96 | 0.75cl | € 74.30 | | ||
| Château Suduiraut: Chateau Suduiraut, The Château Suduiraut has a comparatively rich, botrytized bouquet with dried Honey, pineapple and a touch of Seville orange marmalade, with exquisite definition and focus. The palate is well-balanced, with a viscous texture and a good level of botrytis, demonstrating fine minerality and tautness. Dried mango, quince and spice all interlace the focused finish, which is long in the mouth. Tasted against its peers, this has a higher level of intensity and focus. A superb follow-up to the sensational 2009. Robert Parker:94-96 punten | |||||||||
| Suduiraut: Chateau Suduiraut, The Château Suduiraut has a comparatively rich, botrytized bouquet with dried Honey, pineapple and a touch of Seville orange marmalade, with exquisite definition and focus. The palate is well-balanced, with a viscous texture and a good level of botrytis, demonstrating fine minerality and tautness. Dried mango, quince and spice all interlace the focused finish, which is long in the mouth. Tasted against its peers, this has a higher level of intensity and focus. A superb follow-up to the sensational 2009. Robert Parker:94-96 punten | |||||||||
| 17-05 | Suduiraut | Sauternes A.C. | Premier Cru | Robert Parker 94-96 | 0.375cl | € 38.50 | | ||
| Château Suduiraut: The Château Suduiraut has a comparatively rich, botrytized bouquet with dried honey, pineapple and a touch of Seville orange marmalade, with exquisite definition and focus. The palate is well-balanced, with a viscous texture and a good level of botrytis, demonstrating fine minerality and tautness. Dried mango, quince and spice all interlace the focused finish, which is long in the mouth. Tasted against its peers, this has a higher level of intensity and focus. A superb follow-up to the sensational 2009. Robert Parker 94-96 punten | |||||||||
| Suduiraut: The Château Suduiraut has a comparatively rich, botrytized bouquet with dried honey, pineapple and a touch of Seville orange marmalade, with exquisite definition and focus. The palate is well-balanced, with a viscous texture and a good level of botrytis, demonstrating fine minerality and tautness. Dried mango, quince and spice all interlace the focused finish, which is long in the mouth. Tasted against its peers, this has a higher level of intensity and focus. A superb follow-up to the sensational 2009. Robert Parker 94-96 punten | |||||||||
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