Margaux, Médoc, Bordeaux, France
2019 vintage. 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Sauvignon. The good news is that I have another unexpected good experience with a Diam cork this week (Diam 5 in this case), praise the Lord! (and I would never have bought the bottle if I had known in advance it had a Diam cork). 2019 is one of my favourite vintages for Prieuré-Lichine, and the second wine is pretty good too. More Merlot-dominated and easy-drinking compared to the grand vin, but a most pleasurable Margaux for a very reasonable price (27 euros in their shop, I sell it a little cheaper even). Smooth and elegant, and another fine Bordeaux value. Abv 13,5%.
2019 vintage. 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Sauvignon. The good news is that I have another unexpected good experience with a Diam cork this week (Diam 5 in this case), praise the Lord! (and I would never have bought the bottle if I had known in advance it had a Diam cork). 2019 is one of my favourite vintages for Prieuré-Lichine, and the second wine is pretty good too. More Merlot-dominated and easy-drinking compared to the grand vin, but a most pleasurable Margaux for a very reasonable price (27 euros in their shop, I sell it a little cheaper even). Smooth and elegant, and another fine Bordeaux value. Abv 13,5%.
Jun 29th, 2026
Very enjoyable left bank bottling for $35 on the shelf, if not pretty closed. Decanted for 2+ hours and was just starting to reveal itself, still somewhat shy after 4+. Blackberry, stewed mulberry, earth, coffee grounds, garden, and spice. Not overly ripe or concentrated with a subtle bitter balance. Curious to see what day 2 is like. Good value candidate for cellaring though I wouldn’t hate a bit more acidity.
Very enjoyable left bank bottling for $35 on the shelf, if not pretty closed. Decanted for 2+ hours and was just starting to reveal itself, still somewhat shy after 4+. Blackberry, stewed mulberry, earth, coffee grounds, garden, and spice. Not overly ripe or concentrated with a subtle bitter balance. Curious to see what day 2 is like. Good value candidate for cellaring though I wouldn’t hate a bit more acidity.
Dec 24th, 2024
Surprisingly good for a second wine in an tricky vintage. Gorgeous nose has cedar, roasted peanuts, cassis, purple florals, warm gravel. Nose whack of flavor up front, then lightens up as the palate progresses. A bit of gritty tannin in the finish. Would I prefer a bit more concentration and length? Sure. But this is quite nice.
Surprisingly good for a second wine in an tricky vintage. Gorgeous nose has cedar, roasted peanuts, cassis, purple florals, warm gravel. Nose whack of flavor up front, then lightens up as the palate progresses. A bit of gritty tannin in the finish. Would I prefer a bit more concentration and length? Sure. But this is quite nice.
Oct 2nd, 2023
Good BDX, but somewhat uneventful considering the 15 vintage was so awesome.
Good BDX, but somewhat uneventful considering the 15 vintage was so awesome.
Nov 1st, 2021
As others have said, this is just a solid Bordeaux for the price. Not gonna wow you, but the lovely mouth feel of light plums and herbs along with it being easy drinking makes for a nice experience.
As others have said, this is just a solid Bordeaux for the price. Not gonna wow you, but the lovely mouth feel of light plums and herbs along with it being easy drinking makes for a nice experience.
3 people found it helpfulSep 30th, 2016
Cassis, plum, fennel, pepper, soft but some tannins on the exit and a long finish
Cassis, plum, fennel, pepper, soft but some tannins on the exit and a long finish
1 person found it helpfulAug 25th, 2022
Turned a bit modern (blueberry cake notes) and sweet towards the end of the bottle, but balanced and approachable.
Turned a bit modern (blueberry cake notes) and sweet towards the end of the bottle, but balanced and approachable.
1 person found it helpfulOct 3rd, 2018
Perfect example of '09 Bdx. Rich and lush with a good portion of Merlot but it finishes dry and earthy with Bordeaux structure. Great value
Perfect example of '09 Bdx. Rich and lush with a good portion of Merlot but it finishes dry and earthy with Bordeaux structure. Great value
1 person found it helpfulSep 30th, 2016
