18 Rene Gabriel
Tiefes Purpur, satt in der Mitte, Granatschimmer am Rand. Viel Redcurrantnoten im Bouquet das auch Spuren von gekochten Himbeeren zeigt, wirkt leicht hefig, dafür aber auch füllig. Saftiger Gaumen, mittelgewichtig, völlig auf Frucht getrimmt, geschliffene Gerbstoffe. Zeigt einen modernen Vinifikationsgeschmack der seine Typizität noch etwas übertönt. Wenn er das absorbiert, dann kann er noch einen Punkt höher springen.
warten (2017 - 2033)
93 Robert Parker
The soft, sexy 2009 exhibits a dense plum/purple color along with a big, sweet bouquet of raspberries, black cherries, black currants, smoke and forest floor. Opulent and round with an attractive viscosity as well as outstanding purity, depth and length, it should drink well for two decades. While not one of the longest lived wines of the vintage, it is among the most precocious, flattering and charming at present.
Prieure-Lichine’s beautiful, seductive 2009 is one of the finest efforts yet made at this property that was rejuvenated under the late Alexis Lichine. Quality began improving dramatically about fifteen years ago and with the hiring of wine consultant Stephane Derenoncourt things have improved even further.
91 Wine Spectator
Offers a core of blackberry and roasted plum in reserve, while slightly taut singed cedar, vanilla bean and espresso notes lead the way for now. Yet this leans on the toast rather than purity, with a cocoa note framing the finish. Should hang well enough in the cellar. Best from 2013 through 2021. 11,250 cases made. –JM