Médoc Crus Classés
Château Calon Ségur 2010
Saint-Estèphe, Cru Classé
The nose is elegant, racy and offers a certain intensity as well as a fine grain. It reveals notes of black cherry/griotte, Boysen berry and small notes of quite ripe strawberry associated with touches of juicy/ripe plum, violet as well as hints of racy minerality, cardamom, almond, a discreet hint of Badiane and tobacco. The palate is fruity, beautifully juiciness, full of freshness and offers gourmandize, a fine acidulous frame, gourmandize, a small tension, concentration, density, a fine fleshiness. On the palate this wine expresses notes of pulpy/juicy raspberry, blueberry and small notes of cassis associated with touches of small red berries associated with touches of violet tobacco, nutmeg as well as hints of racy minerality, a subtle hint of camphor, cuben pepper, an imperceptible hint of humus and zan (in the background). Tannins are well-built. Good length.
Score : 17/20 (94/100)
Château Cos Labory 2010
Saint-Estèphe, Cru Classé
The nose is elegant and offers a racy power, freshness as well as a beautiful finesse of the grain and an aerial side on the approach. It reveals notes of bright blackberry, wild cassis and small notes of wild strawberry associated with small touches of griotte cherry, violet plum as well as hints of violet, Sichuan pepper, cherry seed, a discreet hint of vanilla, tonka bean, a racy minerality, a hint of bergamot, truffle and hazelnut. The palate is fruity, juicy, mineral, slightly tight and offers freshness, tension, energy as well as an acidulous frame, justness. On the palate this wine expresses notes of pulpy blackberry, ripe wild raspberry and small notes of cassis associated with small touches of small wild fruits, cherry as well as hints of racy minerality, sweet spices, bergamot, toasted, truffle, a subtle hint of cardamom and a very discreet hint of Sichuan pepper. Tannins are elegant and chewy. A beautiful sapid, suave and aromatic persistence. A very fine chew on the finish/persistence. Score : 17+/20 (94-95/100)
Cos d’Estournel 2010
Saint Estèphe Cru Classé
The nose is elegant, precise, finely tight, racy and offers concentration, power, a beautiful definition and deepness. It reveals notes of wild blackberry, quite ripe cassis and small notes of dry wild strawberry associated with touches of violet, lily, nutmeg as well as hints of underwood, timut pepper, fine hints of camphor and tobacco. The palate is beautifully built, full of balance and offers juiciness, freshness, gourmandize, an acidulous frame, tension, a beautiful fullness, a beautiful finesse of the grain, richness as well as a beautiful definition, power (full of control/finesse) and deepness. On the palate this wine expresses notes of pulpy/ juicy cassis, quite ripe wild blackberry and small notes of dry wild strawberry associated with touches of small black berries, camphor, violet, nutmeg as well as hints of underwood, tobacco, nutmeg, discreet hints of bergamot and an imperceptible hint of truffle. Tannins are precise, elegant, racy and structuring. Good length and persistence. An imperceptible almost saline hint in the finish/persistence. Score : 19.5/20 (99/100)
CRuS CLASSÉS Du MÉDOC 2018
Château Cantenac-Brown 2018
Margaux, Grand Cru Classé
The nose is aromatic, fruity, spicy and offers deepness, a beautiful intensity and a beautiful finesse of the grain. It reveals notes of pulpy blackberry, bigarreau cherry and small notes of wild strawberry, violet associated with touches of spices, rose wood, lilac, pink pepper, black tea as well as discreet hints of Badiane, coriander, a discreet hint of caramelization and an imperceptible hint of incense/nutmeg. The palate is fruity, elegant, gourmand, juicy, beautiful defined and offers deepness, intensity, a fine concentration as well as gourmandize, a beautiful minerality, freshness and a sensual/silky side. On the palate this wine expresses notes of bright cassis, fleshy/juicy blackberry and small notes of violet, bigarreau cherry, small black fruits as well as a subtle hint of small red berries, chocolate/tonka bean, graphite, incense, violet candy, pepper, a subtle hint of cherry blossom, caramelization and almond. Tannins are precise, structuring and well-built. Good length. A very fine bitterness/roasted on the persistence. A fine chew on the persistence (brings notes of almond, chocolate and vanilla). Score : 17.75/20 (95-96/100)
Château Rauzan-Gassies 2018
Margaux, Cru Classé
The nose is elegant, racy and offers a beautiful finesse of the grain, a fine grain, delicacy as well as a certain intensity full of control. It reveals notes of fresh/ripe raspberry, small black berries and small notes of pulpy blackberry associated with touches of pulpy/fleshy cherry, violet as well as hints of racy minerality, lily as well as fine hints of cuben pepper, discreet hints of fresh mild tobacco and an imperceptible varietal hint (in the background). The palate is fruity, juicy, racy, elegant, well-balanced and offers an acidulous frame, minerality, a beautiful definition, precision, gourmandize, freshness, a beautiful aerial side despite richness and structure as well as a beautiful fine grain. On the palate this wine expresses notes of pulpy/juicy raspberry, pulpy Boysen berry and small notes of small acidulous/ripe red berries associated with a touch of cherry, lily, rose, a racy minerality as well as discreet hints of green cardamom. Tannins are racy. Score : 17.25/20 (94-95/100)
Château Belgrave 2018
Haut-Médoc, Cru Classé
The nose is fresh, aromatic and offers intensity, a beautiful fine grain, concentration as well as power and a fine austere side. It reveals notes of ripe wild cassis, small wild black fruits and small notes of grey pepper associated with small touches of lily, wild strawberry, violet as well as fine hints of spices, cherry blossom, liquorice and a very discreet hint of tea. The palate is fruity and offers juiciness, minerality, a small freshness as well as a fine density, suavity and a fine grain. It reveals notes of bright cherry, crushed blackberry and small notes of juicy/pulpy strawberry associated with touches of violet, lily as well as hints of zan, fresh mild tobacco, vanilla, a very discreet hint of camphor and cocoa. Tannins are well-built. A subtle hint of roasted and vanilla on the persistence. Score : 16.25+/20 (93/100)
Château La Lagune - Les Cabernets Sauvignons 2018
Haut-Médoc, Cru Classé
(Organic) The nose is fruity, elegant and offers delicacy as well as a small power (full of delicacy). It reveals notes of crunchy wild blackberry, ripe cassis and small notes of violet associated with touches of crushed raspberry, small wild berries, a touch of grey pepper as well as a subtle hint of zan, lilac, a very discreet hint of cardamom and a subtle hint of mild tobacco (in the background). The palate is fruity, racy, wellbalanced and offers an acidulous frame, juiciness, suavity, a good balance, tension and a good structure. On the palate this wine expresses notes of ripe wild cassis, wild blackberry and small notes of crunchy raspberry associated with touches of small berries as well as fine hints of lily, lilac, a discreet hint of rose, cocoa, cardamom and an imperceptible hint of tobacco (in the background). Good length and persistence. Tannins are precise, structuring and well-built. A very discreet chew on the persistence. Score : 17/20 (94/100)
Château Desmirail 2018
Margaux, Cru Classé
The nose is well-built and offers a fine power as well as a fine grain. It reveals notes of blackberry, raspberry and small notes of pulpy cherry associated with touches of toasted bread as well as hints of nutmeg, almond, a very fine hint of toasted and Sichuan pepper. The palate is fruity and offers freshness, a fine grain, minerality, a good definition as well as elegance, a fine mineral frame, juiciness and energy. On the palate this wine expresses notes of pulpy/juicy raspberry, juicy blackberry and small notes of violet associated with touches of small pulpy/juicy fruits, cornflower, small blue berries as well as hints of vanilla, liquorice, a hint of toasted and toasted grilled. An imperceptible hint of tonka bean on the persistence.
Score : 16+/20 (92-93/100)
Château Ferrière 2018
Margaux, Grand Cru Classé
The nose is aromatic, elegant, racy and offers a controlled power, deepness and intensity. It reveals notes of bright blackberry, bright raspberry and small notes of small crushed red berries associated with small touches of bright violet plum, iris, lily as well as fine hints of timut and spices. The palate is fruity, well-balanced and offers a juicy/ mineral frame, freshness, elegance, a certain aromatic purity, suavity, a small fat, a certain straightness/fullness and a good structure. On the palate this wine expresses notes of bright blackberry, plum and small notes of small bright red berries associated with touches of lily, violet as well as hints of chocolate, toasted, fresh hazelnut, a very discreet hint of black tea and toasted oak. Good length. Tannins are precise, well-built and offer a fine firmness. A small hint of zan/dark chocolate in the persistence. Score : 16.75/20 (93-94/100)