100 Robert Parker
One of the more flamboyant and sumptuous wines of the vintage, this inky/purple-colored St.-Julien reveals thrilling levels of opulence, richness and aromatic pleasures. A soaring bouquet of creme de cassis, charcoal, graphite and spring flowers is followed by a super-concentrated wine with silky tannins, stunning amounts of glycerin, a voluptuous, multilayered mouthfeel and nearly 14% natural alcohol. Displaying fabulous definition for such a big, plump, massive, concentrated effort, I suspect the tannin levels are high even though they are largely concealed by lavish amounts of fruit, glycerin and extract. Anticipated maturity: 2018-2040.
100 Robert Parker
One of the more flamboyant and sumptuous wines of the vintage, this inky/purple-colored St.-Julien reveals thrilling levels of opulence, richness and aromatic pleasures. A soaring bouquet of creme de cassis, charcoal, graphite and spring flowers is followed by a super-concentrated wine with silky tannins, stunning amounts of glycerin, a voluptuous, multilayered mouthfeel and nearly 14% natural alcohol. Displaying fabulous definition for such a big, plump, massive, concentrated effort, I suspect the tannin levels are high even though they are largely concealed by lavish amounts of fruit, glycerin and extract. Anticipated maturity: 2018-2040.
19 Rene Gabriel
60 % Cabernet Sauvignon, 29 % Merlot, 6 % Petit Verdot, 5 % Cabernet Franc. Fast 14 Vol. %! Extrem dunkles Purpur mit lila und violetten Reflexen. Wildes Cabernet-Sauvignon-Bouquet, ein Hauch Napa-Eucalyptus und Minze in der schokoladig-brombeerigen Nase, frisch gebrochener, schwarzer Pfeffer, aussen recht viel Schmelz innen mit einer pikanten Schärfe die es noch zu verdauen, oder integrieren gilt, fein sandige Zunge mit eneormer Konzentration, Power und Kraft die nach Schliff und Geduld verlangen. Ein Power-Poyferré der erst in 10 Jahren erste Reife zeigen wird und dann eine Art "Amboss-Terminator" darstellt. Mehrere Male verkostet. warten (2020 - 2045)
19 Rene Gabriel
60 % Cabernet Sauvignon, 29 % Merlot, 6 % Petit Verdot, 5 % Cabernet Franc. Fast 14 Vol. %! Extrem dunkles Purpur mit lila und violetten Reflexen. Wildes Cabernet-Sauvignon-Bouquet, ein Hauch Napa-Eucalyptus und Minze in der schokoladig-brombeerigen Nase, frisch gebrochener, schwarzer Pfeffer, aussen recht viel Schmelz innen mit einer pikanten Schärfe die es noch zu verdauen, oder integrieren gilt, fein sandige Zunge mit eneormer Konzentration, Power und Kraft die nach Schliff und Geduld verlangen. Ein Power-Poyferré der erst in 10 Jahren erste Reife zeigen wird und dann eine Art "Amboss-Terminator" darstellt. Mehrere Male verkostet. warten (2020 - 2045)
96 James Suckling
Gorgeous aromas of blueberries and blackberries, with flowers and minerals. Full body, with silky tannins and a bright acidity on the finish. Tangy and chewy. Muscular. Try in 2018.
96 Vinous
93 Wine Spectator
Solid notes of steeped black currant, ganache-coated fig and plum eau de vie pump along in this very dark red, but with well-integrated structure. Long and winey through the finish, with the grip extending everything nicely. Best from 2016 through 2026. 17,665 cases made. –JM
93 Wine Spectator
Solid notes of steeped black currant, ganache-coated fig and plum eau de vie pump along in this very dark red, but with well-integrated structure. Long and winey through the finish, with the grip extending everything nicely. Best from 2016 through 2026. 17,665 cases made. –JM
