1 | Wine | France, Unrated, 2009

"Deep intense red dark, purple reflections, Small ripe red fruits, mineral, toasted notes. Sweet mouth attack, structured, tannins well-balanced, lot of fat Long finish, good aromatic persistence on ripe fruits and roast notes."

"It is certainly a good wine, with notes of chocolate, mocha and espresso as well as hints of mulberries and black cherries, but it is nowhere near the level of concentration the barrel sample had suggested. This blend of 90% Merlot and 10% Cabernet Franc is medium-bodied deep plum/ruby in color, and best drunk over the next 7-8 years." -Robert Parker, The Wine Advocate, 89 pts.

"Lighter-bodied, with a racy edge to the Damson plum and bitter cherry notes, flecked with grilled herb and framed by judicious toast. A touch loose in the end." Wine Spectator, 88 pts.

"A flowery nose precedes a palate laced with wild red berries and spice. Medium weight, harmonious with silky tannins and good persistence. An elegant but affordable Red Burgundy that drinks well on release and for 2 to 3 years after."