Tasted 2 May 2025
Libournais · Saint-Émilion Grand Cru
A better showing than a few months ago, this bottle was fresher and more focused. It still seems to be straining for a full depth of flavor, so perhaps more time in bottle is needed. It's very lifted and floral, with…
Freshness is at the forefront with the 20% Cab Franc pushing the Merlot to the side and flooding the senses with red/purple licorice, red cherry, and floral notes on the playful attack. With more…
Similar to last year, but seemingly even more spun-up and tense. Unripe red and purple plum, pomegranate, black raspberry, river rock, gravely soil, and even hints of citrus rind make for a…
Dark plum, black and dark red berry, black spices (clove, anise), bitter chocolate, black soil, and cedary earth. A gorgeous mid-palate and unctuous, concentrated mouthfeel, all the while maintaining…
