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
Just a general disappointment.
Just a general disappointment.
Apr 3rd, 2020
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
Classic soft elegant lacks some fruit 40% Cabernet.
Classic soft elegant lacks some fruit 40% Cabernet.
1 person found it helpfulJun 13th, 2016
Rich and textured. A lot to ponder here.
Rich and textured. A lot to ponder here.
1 person found it helpfulOct 25th, 2015
Margaux, Médoc, Bordeaux, France
