Cote Montpezat Castillon 2018
89-91 Pts, Robert Parker: Composed of 75% Merlot and 25% Cabernet Franc, the deep garnet-purple colored 2018 Cuvée Compostelle gives up stewed plums, baked black cherries and spice box notes with chocolate and tilled soil hints. The palate is full and packed with black fruits, with a plush texture and spicy finish.
Croix Mouton Bordeaux Superieur 2018
Dalem Fronsac 2018
90% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Franc
93 Points, Wine Spectator: Offers a gently steeped profile, featuring plum and blackberry compote flavors, lined with a light toasty thread. A tobacco note lingers.
93 Points, Robert Parker: A deep garnet-purple color and compelling notes of blackberry preserves, wild blueberries and ripe, juicy black plums, with hints of dark chocolate, licorice and black olives. The full-bodied palate appears bright and fresh with the lively black fruits framed by soft, velvety tannin's, finishing long and savory. Nicely done!
La Cour d’Argent Bordeaux Superieur 2018
"Blended of 95% Merlot and 5% Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon, the 2018 de la Cour d'Argent opens with fragrant rose hip and lavender scents over notions of black and red plums with a kirsch undercurrent. Medium-bodied with a firm structure of grainy tannins, it has understated fruit and a restrained finish." - Wine Enthusiast
Moulin Rouge Haut Medoc 2018
Medium to deep garnet-purple in color, the 2018 Moulin-Rouge features notes of raisin cake, prunes and raspberry pie, followed by hints of hoisin and dried leaves. The medium to full-bodied palate has a chewy texture and plenty of freshness supporting the spicy black fruit preserves, finishing on a lingering aniseed note.r
Puygueraud Francs Cotes de Bordeaux 2018
Deep garnet-purple in color, the 2018 Puygueraud (85% Merlot, 12% Cabernet Franc and 3% Malbec) sings of kirsch, redcurrant jelly and blackberry preserves with hints of baked plums, black truffles and tapenade. The medium to full-bodied palate delivers bags of energetic red and black berry layers, supported by plush tannins and a lively backbone, finishing long and lifted. - Wine Advocate
