30+years as a wine professional. Artist and art lover
2022 vintage. Beautiful special label by Bordeaux artist Anaïs Vindel to celebrate Denis Lurton's 30 years at the head of Desmirail. The oak seems a bit more toasted than usual, but it is well-integrated. More weight compared to the excellent 2016, this will need time, but might turn out to be the best Desmirail ever. Abv. 13%. Conservative score for now. — 19 days ago
2022 vintage. A simple lightweight. While very quaffable, it is nowhere near the quality one expects from Saint-Julien in a great vintage. — 8 days ago
2022 vintage. Strange nose and drying finish. And Diam again. I wish producers would mention on the back label that they use Diam so that I can avoid buying these bottles. — 15 days ago
2018 vintage. 65% Touriga Nacional and 35% Touriga Franca. Impressive nose of wild raspberry, violet and a subtle touch of cedar wood. Profound and very elegant. Long mineral finish. Highly recommended. — 20 days ago
2015 vintage. Not 4 U. Only produced once by Vincent Lemaire at Château Rousselle ( Côtes de Bourg). Total production 1500 bottles. — 10 days ago
2016 vintage. 55% Merlot, 40% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Petit Verdot. — 19 days ago
2017 vintage. 50% Sémillon, 45% Sauvignon Blanc and 5% Sauvignon Gris. Deep golden colour, looks like it's at least 30 years old. Beewax, dried pineapple and honey. — 21 days ago
Stefan Dolhain
2020 vintage. Château Haut-Valeyrac, Médoc. Another terrific Bordeaux value. — 6 days ago