96 James Suckling
Lovely blackberry, milk chocolate powder and black truffle on the nose. Full-bodied with firm and fine, chewy tannins that are polished and long. Persistent on the finish. This needs until at least 2027 to show you its seriousness.
90 Robert Parker
Aromas of rich berry fruit, cassis, vanilla pod and pencil shavings introduce the 2019 Lafleur-Gazin, a medium to full-bodied, ample wine with a ripe core of fruit and youthfully chewy structuring tannins. This is a hearty, rather rustic Pomerol that will work well at table.
90 Robert Parker
Aromas of rich berry fruit, cassis, vanilla pod and pencil shavings introduce the 2019 Lafleur-Gazin, a medium to full-bodied, ample wine with a ripe core of fruit and youthfully chewy structuring tannins. This is a hearty, rather rustic Pomerol that will work well at table.
89 Wine Spectator
Shows singed cedar, balsam wood and savory notes that lead the way, followed by slightly dried red currant, damson plum and dark cherry fruit flavors. Features a savory edge that prances through the finish, as the balsam wood edge leaves a slightly taut feel. Best from 2023 through 2034. 1,800 cases made, 200 cases imported. — JM
89 Wine Spectator
Shows singed cedar, balsam wood and savory notes that lead the way, followed by slightly dried red currant, damson plum and dark cherry fruit flavors. Features a savory edge that prances through the finish, as the balsam wood edge leaves a slightly taut feel. Best from 2023 through 2034. 1,800 cases made, 200 cases imported. — JM