JamesSuckling.com: 96-97 points

“Black earth, tile and blueberries. Violets. Floral. Orange peel. Orange blossom. Wet earth with iron. Medium to full body. Ultra-fine and polished tannins which are dense and compacted with a long finish. 57% merlot and 43% cabernet franc.” – James Suckling

Review date: April 2023

Decanter: 96 points

“An absolute work of art, open and generous, floral, charming, expressive and aromatically captivating. Sweet red and black fruit, supple but svelte, dense but linear, immediately has weight on the palate but not in terms of pure tannic heft, even though they are present, the fruit has depth and layers with blackcurrant, liquorice, iris, dark chocolate and graphite, expanding upwards rather than width wise. Remains refined and sleek, not plush or opulent but controlled, and sensitive. Detailed and nuanced with such brilliant tannins, freshness and an enjoyable iron tang on the finish bringing you back to Lafleur and Pomerol.” – Georgina Hindle

Review date: March 2023