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D'Aiguilhe 2015 75cl

AOC | Côtes de Castillon | Bordeaux | France
CHF 22.70
Critics scores
92 Wine Spectator
A swath of toasty, singed vanilla starts off, quickly backed by waves of currant and plum preserves. As the flavors knit, a graphite spine emerges and drives the anise- and apple wood–tinged finish. Let this settle in with a little cellaring. Very solid. Best from 2020 through 2027. 18,400 cases made.—J.M.
92 Wine Spectator
A swath of toasty, singed vanilla starts off, quickly backed by waves of currant and plum preserves. As the flavors knit, a graphite spine emerges and drives the anise- and apple wood–tinged finish. Let this settle in with a little cellaring. Very solid. Best from 2020 through 2027. 18,400 cases made.—J.M.
92 James Suckling
This is a red that shows depth and intense minerality as well as dark-berry and sea-salt undertones. Medium-bodied, tight and focused with blueberry and black-cherry character. Show focus and tightness. Drink now.
17 Rene Gabriel
Sattes Purpur-Granat, dicht in der Mitte, lila Schimmer aussen. Deutlich mineralisch, fast nur schwarzbeerig, zeigt sogar gewisse Rauchkonturen, dahinter getrocknete Heidelbeeren. Mir schien er noch nie so tiefgründig. Im Gaumen mit einer gewisse, muskulöse Strenge, die kommt aber von seiner beeindruckenden Konzentration, massive Tannine die nicht nur Spass bereiten in der Jugend, dafür hat er aber eine markante Reserve. In 10 Jahren ein überaus spannender Castillon. 17/20 2024 – 2037
17 Rene Gabriel
Sattes Purpur-Granat, dicht in der Mitte, lila Schimmer aussen. Deutlich mineralisch, fast nur schwarzbeerig, zeigt sogar gewisse Rauchkonturen, dahinter getrocknete Heidelbeeren. Mir schien er noch nie so tiefgründig. Im Gaumen mit einer gewisse, muskulöse Strenge, die kommt aber von seiner beeindruckenden Konzentration, massive Tannine die nicht nur Spass bereiten in der Jugend, dafür hat er aber eine markante Reserve. In 10 Jahren ein überaus spannender Castillon. 17/20 2024 – 2037
88 Robert Parker
The medium to deep garnet-purple colored 2015 d'Aiguilhe gives up wonderfully expressive warm red and black plums, black cherries and spice box on the nose with touches of dried flowers and fallen leaves. The medium to full-bodied palate has generous fruit with plush tannins and loads of freshness.
88 Robert Parker
The medium to deep garnet-purple colored 2015 d'Aiguilhe gives up wonderfully expressive warm red and black plums, black cherries and spice box on the nose with touches of dried flowers and fallen leaves. The medium to full-bodied palate has generous fruit with plush tannins and loads of freshness.
Producer
Château d'Aiguilhe
Another excellent property owned by Stephan von Neipperg that has a long history. Its first records go back to the 12th century where it served as a maison forte to a feudal lord as well as a commandery for the Knights Templar (but local legend also states that it had also once housed a Gallo-Roman villa). It was named after l'aiguille, meaning “needle” as it was built on a rocky rise that rose out of the soil. Over a long, tumultuous past, its allegiance was constantly torn between the French and English over the many years of war. Once calm came back to the region, the château began developing export markets for its wines and many were shipped to northern Europe. The original château was destroyed in the 20th century from a fire but various outbuildings still decorate some of the hillsides. Stephan von Neipperg acquired the estate in December 1998 and though the vineyards lie in the Côtes de Castillon, they benefit from the same care as Canon La Gaffelière or La Mondotte.