Very clean cork. Decanted - surprising amount of sediment for the age and quite a wide clear rim. Colour very much purple. Nose a little muted - forest fruit and oregano. Beautiful plush Merlot palate - blend is 65% Merlot, 30% Cabernet franc and 5% Cabernet sauvignon. Fruit forward with refined tannins providing a great structure. Perhaps a little short on the finish, but a good expression of both the chateau and 2016 vintage.
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Medium bodied, smoky, spicy, fresh and bright, with an easy drinking, soft, open character, finishing with sweet, red cherries and licorice. Drink this now and over the next 10-15 years.
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5/26/2023 - J'agnes Likes this wine: 90 Points
Very clean cork. Decanted - surprising amount of sediment for the age and quite a wide clear rim. Colour very much purple. Nose a little muted - forest fruit and oregano. Beautiful plush Merlot palate - blend is 65% Merlot, 30% Cabernet franc and 5% Cabernet sauvignon. Fruit forward with refined tannins providing a great structure. Perhaps a little short on the finish, but a good expression of both the chateau and 2016 vintage.
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2/24/2022 - mpsocal Likes this wine: 91 Points
Not too fruity but it has hint of cranberry and it’s a very nice overall wine.
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9/21/2019 - Jeff Leve wrote: 88 Points
Medium bodied, smoky, spicy, fresh and bright, with an easy drinking, soft, open character, finishing with sweet, red cherries and licorice. Drink this now and over the next 10-15 years.
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2/25/2019 - Zweder wrote: 91 Points
UCGB tasting Bordeaux 2016 (Beurs van Berlage, Amsterdam.): Creamy red and dark berries, a touch of sweetness, oak, good acidity and round tannin. 91+
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2/25/2019 - Xavier Auerbach wrote: 91 Points
Amsterdam UGCB Tasting and Winemakers' Dinner (Beurs van Berlage / Café De Klepel): Rounded and supple style, drinking well already but not without elegance and finesse, especially on the creamy finish.
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