94 Robert Parker
This large estate of 131 acres has been run brilliantly by a Belgian family, the Bonnies since their acquisition a number of years ago. The quality of the white and red have soared to exceptional heights, and this is certainly still one of the more realistically priced wines of Pessac-Lèognan and classified crus. The 2012 is a beauty, with a dense ruby/purple color, a fabulously plush, opulent texture and medium to full-bodied flavors of cassis, spicy earth and blueberry. Quite rich, yet light on its feet, this is an absolutely textbook Pessac-Lèognan, with wonderfully velvety tannins. Drink it now, or drink it in 25 years. This is a brilliant wine.
92 Wine Spectator
Solid, with dense layers of fig sauce, plum cake and blackberry confiture, laced with graphite and warm tar details. The long finish ripples with spice hints and black fruit, leaving a mouthwatering feel despite the heft. Best from 2017 through 2022. 8,330 cases made. –JM
17 Rene Gabriel
Tiefes Purpur, satt in der Mitte, Granatschimmer am Rand. Offenes Bouquet, feine Röstnoten, Ledernuancen, dominikanischer Tabak, gibt immer neue Schichten frei, also ein sehr facettenreiches Nasenbild. Im Gaumen fein und elegant. Tolle Jahrgangsleistung ohne über die Grenzen zu gehen. warten (2016 - 2038)