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2023 Château Tronquoy

 St. Estèphe Red Bordeaux Blend more
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5/5/2024 - watcheslover Likes this wine: 94 points

Very good wine and a top quality/price but nothing to see with the fabulous 2022

  • Comment posted by watcheslover:

    5/8/2024 12:15:00 AM - Bonjour, je suis loin d'avoir encore tout gouté mais quelques vins se détachent vraiment pour moi: Margaux et Pontet Canet, Carmes H-B, Lafleur, Cheval Blanc et la Conseillante qui est vraiment splendide cette année.
    A part ça, 2 coups de coeur qualité/prix:
    1) Phelan Segur
    2) Lafon Rochet

  • Comment posted by watcheslover:

    5/8/2024 2:27:00 AM - Pas gouté Montrose. Figeac et Canon sont excellents comme d'habitude mais vu la diff de prix, je privilégierais Canon personnellement. Pavie Macquin est grandiose également
    Pour Gaffelière, un chouïa moins bon, ça reste pour moi et de loin, le meilleur rapport Q/P des 1ers Crus "B"
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2021 Psi Ribera del Duero

 Tempranillo more
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5/1/2024 - watcheslover Likes this wine: 96 points

Fabulous for this price. The best Psi and the best Flor ever made here, better than the great 2019
and Really close to the master Pingus himself

  • Comment posted by watcheslover:

    5/1/2024 9:39:00 AM - Yes, 2021 is much better than 2020 and 2022 is likely to beat them all!
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2018 Domaine Méo-Camuzet Vosne-Romanée 1er Cru Aux Brûlées

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2/27/2024 - watcheslover Likes this wine: 97 points

Really close than the fabulous 2019 and 2020

  • Comment posted by watcheslover:

    4/14/2024 10:52:00 PM - Hello my Lord,
    I think it's a bad idea. Its “fruity youth” period has passed and it must be completely closed. Personally, I would wait until 2030 for it to reveal all its complexity. On this subject, you can go to the estate's website, it gives drinkability periods for each wine and each vintage. It's very well done:
    https://www.meo-camuzet.com/fr/accueil/quand-deguster

  • Comment posted by watcheslover:

    4/15/2024 1:25:00 AM - Your welcome my Lordy!
    For your information, on the subject of very great Burgundies like this one, I am just starting to open my 2012s which are all superb, I love this year (for the Bordeaux too) unlike the 2013s which always scare me a little because of their acidity

  • Comment posted by watcheslover:

    4/15/2024 1:44:00 AM - In fact the tasting dates from the beginning of 2023 and I found the sheet by chance. Apart from that, to make a wine speak, there are certain laboratory secrets which border on the unspeakable. LOL
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2022 Château Durfort-Vivens

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8/31/2023 - watcheslover Likes this wine: 97 points

Little vertical from Durfort-Vivens yesterday with my colleagues: 2022 in sample, 2021 untasted.
1) 2020 98.2/100
2) 2019 98/100
3) 2018 97.4/100
4) 2022 97.1/100
5) 2015 95.8/100
6) 2016 95.2/100
7) 2017 93.4/100

  • Comment posted by watcheslover:

    2/27/2024 3:57:00 AM - Good morning,
    Yes, it's too early to judge the true place of 2022. I'm looking forward to tasting it again in the bottle. For 2018, he is possibly the best of all but he scares me a little with his "too much" side. Even though the wines and methods have progressed since then, they remind me of some Bordeaux from the 1982 vintage which seemed to be masterpieces and then dried up or became fruit compote. I prefer to play it safe for now!
    Where you from?
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2022 Château Les Carmes Haut-Brion

 Pessac-Léognan Red Bordeaux Blend more
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2/12/2024 - watcheslover Likes this wine: NR

For your information, here is Jacques Perrin's comment in his Vinifera review. Personally, I think he is the best taster in the world, especially for Bordeaux. For those who don't know him, he is one of the founding members of the European Grand Jury with Mauss, Bettane and Desseauve...And they imposed blind tastings while the "Parker" fashion of the time wanted us to taste by looking at the label.
Les Carmes Haut-Brion 98-100 Atramentary color, black with purple reflections. Sensational fruit on the nose, black berries, floral, the wine springs from the glass. It then opens with incense, black pepper, we think of the greatest French wines made from Pinot or Syrah, whole harvest required. The attack is fresh, almost discreet, then the wine takes on an ascending character, with great bitterness, a very ripe and very noble vegetal, which leads and lengthens the mouth for long seconds. The afterglow is strong and sovereign, the wine returns in layers, at length, like an echo. It is a very great wine, which exists in itself.

  • Comment posted by watcheslover:

    2/13/2024 1:45:00 AM - If you look closely at the text, he gave a score of 98-100/100, which is exceptional from him.

  • Comment posted by watcheslover:

    2/21/2024 1:00:00 AM - Sorry to disappoint you but these are 2 Jacques Perrin who have nothing to do with each other. The one from Chateauneuf has been dead for a long time!
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2018 Stéphane Ogier Côte-Rôtie Cuvée la Belle Hélène

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2/9/2024 - watcheslover Likes this wine: 99 points

the best Belle Helene ever made (with the fabulous 2010)!

  • Comment posted by watcheslover:

    2/9/2024 9:46:00 AM - Hello, my tastings are as part of my work and I have very few bottles. In any case, the 2018 should not be drunk before 2028 or 2030 and until 2048 or even later. For the 2015, we can start drinking it decanted but I think it will be much better in 5 to 10 years

  • Comment posted by watcheslover:

    2/9/2024 1:37:00 PM - You are quite right. On the other hand, if you are lucky enough to find some, try once in your life to taste Yves Gangloff's Côte Rôtie, Barbarine and Sereine Noire, which are, in my humble opinion, the pinnacle of the appellation.

  • Comment posted by watcheslover:

    2/10/2024 12:07:00 PM - I warn you right away, I hope your Rhone Connection is very strong because it is very difficult to be able to go to Gangloff but not impossible! If it's ok, he'll make you taste all his wonders but he won't be able to sell you anything!!! I know him personally and I think he likes me but despite that, it took me almost 10 years to have an allocation of 12 variegated bottles per year. I advise you to find one or two bottles on Idealwine for example but count that it takes at least 8-10 years for a Barbarine to be excellent and 10-12 years for a Sereine Noire. I'm just starting to open the 2013s
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2019 Bodega Catena Zapata Nicolás Catena Zapata

 Mendoza Red Bordeaux Blend more
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9/16/2023 - watcheslover Likes this wine: 95 points

Comparative tasting of world wines

1) Cheval des Andes 100/100
2) Masseto 2020 98-99/100
3) Sena 2021, Opus One 2018 98/100
5)Opus one 2019, Petrolo 2021 97/100
7) Solaia 2020, Massetino 2021 96/100
9)Catena Zapata Nicolas 2019 95/100

  • Comment posted by watcheslover:

    2/9/2024 1:35:00 AM - Oops, I just noticed that I didn't put the vintage for Cheval des Andes. It’s 2020!
    It is quite possible that within several years, this classification will be changed. More massive wines like Masseto could take the lead. The only thing for sure is that the 2020 is the best Cheval des Andes that I tasted in its youth

  • Comment posted by watcheslover:

    2/9/2024 9:54:00 AM - And I forgot to say that after this comparative tasting, I tasted the Almaviva 2021 which is sublime and which risks surpassing them all within 2-3 years but it will not last as long as the Massetto for example

  • Comment posted by watcheslover:

    2/9/2024 1:17:00 PM - If you're talking about Almaviva, 2017 has never been a great vintage and in my humble opinion, JS, JD, JA, JR and JCL, have never been great tasters. In the USA, I would personally favor Leve, Martin and Galloni who have a less "oak soup" sensibility
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2016 Château Les Carmes Haut-Brion

 Pessac-Léognan Red Bordeaux Blend more
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12/11/2023 - watcheslover Likes this wine: 100 points

G. Pouthier elected best winemaker in France!!! in front of Leroy, Romanée Conti, Petrus, Figeac.....
I'm very proud of him and of me too, since I've been advising people to jump on all their bottles since 2014 anyway! I'll put the link below. And advise you once again to buy, especially the 2022 and 2016, the winemaker's favorites and mine too
https://avis-vin.lefigaro.fr/tops-selections-vins-spiritueux/o157055-guillaume-pouthier-chateau-les-carmes-haut-brion-elu-meilleur-vigneron-de-france-par-le-figaro-vin-se-croire-arrive-c-est-le-debut-de-la-fin

  • Comment posted by watcheslover:

    2/9/2024 1:21:00 AM - Yes, for many people, 2016 and 2022 are the best ever. But if you have the opportunity, I invite you to taste the 2014 and 2017 which are extraordinary for their price.
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2014 Château Haut-Brion

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8/14/2023 - watcheslover Likes this wine: 98 points

Very top wine, actually better than 2015

  • Comment posted by watcheslover:

    11/2/2023 11:26:00 PM - Hello, I strongly advise you to wait another 2 or 3 years before drinking it, otherwise you will have to force the wine to open by doing a double decantation which consists of emptying the bottle once the day before and putting the wine back ( without the cap) minus a tasting dose and the next day, decant for at least 4 hours.

  • Comment posted by watcheslover:

    1/31/2024 1:05:00 AM - Hello, I have compared the 2008s several times with each other and particularly Haut Brion with Ch Margaux. In my humble opinion, HB was one of the best in primeurs but over the years, it was caught up by the other 1er crus because 2008 and ultimately a very good year but especially for the Medoc wines because of their higher proportion of Cabernet Sauvignon which is the king grape variety of
    vintage. Which does not prevent HB 2008 from being very good with a very original ink note. 95-96/100
    For me HB 2014 is much superior like a lot of Pessac or St Estèphe or even other wines with a lower proportion of CS. They are often superior to 2015 and much less expensive. If you have the chance, try a Calon Segur or a Carmes HB
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2019 Fattoria Petrolo Galatrona

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9/14/2023 - watcheslover Likes this wine: 99 points

re-tasted, the best and the 2021 is not far

  • Comment posted by watcheslover:

    1/26/2024 11:47:00 PM - 2025-2045
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2019 Château Lafleur

 Pomerol Red Bordeaux Blend more
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9/30/2023 - watcheslover Likes this wine: 100 points

My colleagues and I were finally able to organize a mini Lafleur vertical last night (an old dream that was very, very difficult to bring together) to redefine the odds against the fabulous 2022 vintage. Once again, we can't put 100 points everywhere.

1) 2019 - 2022 (sample) 100/100
3) 2020 99-100/100
4) 2018 99/100
5) 2016 - 2021 (sample) 98-99/100
7) 2015 98/100
8) 2012 -2017 97/100
10) 2014 96-97/100
11) 2013 94/100

  • Comment posted by watcheslover:

    1/26/2024 8:58:00 AM - He his not alone!
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2022 Château Petit-Figeac

 St. Émilion Grand Cru Red Bordeaux Blend more
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11/18/2023 - watcheslover Likes this wine: 93 points

93-94 one of the best Petit-Figeac, not far of the great 2019

  • Comment posted by watcheslover:

    1/23/2024 9:20:00 AM - Yes, for my job. I have just to ask
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2018 Domaine de Trévallon

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11/2/2023 - watcheslover Likes this wine: 93 points

good wine but but really far from the best Trevallon (2019-2020)

  • Comment posted by watcheslover:

    1/5/2024 3:12:00 AM - Hello, I know Trévallon particularly well because it is an hour’s drive from my house. I go there every year and I have the opportunity to discuss with the Durbach family and we agree on the fact that their best wines are those from "cold" years which bring out the extreme finesse of the 50% of syrah of their wine. The problem with their “solar” vintages (2018, 2015, etc.) is that they too often approach over-ripeness and the taste of stewed fruits which could please Parker's disciples. The 2013, 2014, 2016, 2017 (not to mention the 2019 and 2020 which are grandiose) will all be better to drink over the next 10-15 years. That's not to say the others won't be great, but when? The 2003, which is a true solar year, is splendid to drink now! My rating for 2018 therefore only reflects the short or medium term. In the meantime, I suggest you taste a 2013 or even better, a 2007 and you will have a better idea of the great wines of Provence.
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2022 Château Les Carmes Haut-Brion

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12/11/2023 - watcheslover Likes this wine: 100 points

G. Pouthier elected best winemaker in France!!! in front of Leroy, Romanée Conti, Petrus, Figeac.....
I'm very proud of him and of me too, since I've been advising people to jump on all their bottles since 2014 anyway! I'll put the link below. And advise you once again to buy, especially the 2022 and 2016, the winemaker's favorites and mine too
https://avis-vin.lefigaro.fr/tops-selections-vins-spiritueux/o157055-guillaume-pouthier-chateau-les-carmes-haut-brion-elu-meilleur-vigneron-de-france-par-le-figaro-vin-se-croire-arrive-c-est-le-debut-de-la-fin

  • Comment posted by watcheslover:

    12/19/2023 9:03:00 AM - All this for KJD45$ it’s a great deal! %O)))
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2022 Château Croix de Labrie

 St. Émilion Grand Cru Red Bordeaux Blend more
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5/25/2023 - watcheslover Does not like this wine: 89 points

To be reserved for oak suckers

  • Comment posted by watcheslover:

    12/18/2023 12:51:00 AM - No, I think that 2015 is better and less "heavyweight" but it is still very closed for this vintage. To wait another 4-5 years in my opinion
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2022 Château Les Carmes Haut-Brion

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9/23/2023 - watcheslover Likes this wine: NR

I celebrated my 60th birthday yesterday (a little late) and my friend Romanée Confit brought me a Carmes HB 2016 to drink with a magnificent piece of very rare beef. Once again, at the risk of repeating myself, what splendor! I then made a wish, it was to live another 15 years while keeping the same discernment, just to know which will be the best between 2016 and 2022? That is the question! (Hamlet III, 1)

  • Comment posted by watcheslover:

    9/26/2023 2:25:00 PM - I've answered the same question 50 times now. Please read my profile! I work in a certification laboratory and all we have to do is request samples and they will send them to us

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