Chateau La Louviere Pessac Leognan Bordeaux, Complete Guide

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Learn everything about Chateau La Louviere, Pessac Leognan with wine tasting notes, and wine with food pairing tips. Learn the best vintages, a history of the property, information on the vineyards, and winemaking. If you want to read about other important, Bordeaux Chateaux: Links to all Bordeaux Wine Producer Profiles

Chateau La Louviere History, Overview

Chateau La Louviere, like many Pessac Leognan estates enjoys a long history. In fact, Chateau La Louviere dates back to the late 1300s as an estate., passing from owner to owner, which included an order of monks in the early 1600s.

The vineyard was confiscated during the French Revolution and eventually sold to the Mareilhac family, who also owned Chateau Rieussec in Sauternes at one point in time.

Chateau La Louviere, the Modern Era

The modern age for Chateau La Louviere begins in 1965 when the well-known Lurton family purchased Chateau La Louviere from the Taquet family. The Taquet family had been the owners of Chateau La Louviere since the early part of the 20th century.

The purchase price could not have been much, as the estate had fallen into a serious state of dilapidation. Extensive renovations were required in the cellars, the vineyards, and the chateau of La Louviere which is now classified as a national architectural treasure by the French government.

2003 marked an interesting experiment when Chateau La Louviere became one of the first, well-known Bordeaux estates to bottle their wine using the Stelvin screw cap enclosure.

The estate was once again modernized in 2008. Today, the estate is managed by Andre Lurton. This branch of the Lurton family owns several other Bordeaux chateaux including Chateau Couhins-Lurton and Chateau Dauzac in Margaux.

Chateau La Louviere Vineyards, Terroir, Grapes, Winemaking

The 61.5-hectare vineyard of Chateau La Louviere is planted to 60% Cabernet Sauvignon and 40% Merlot, although there are some Petit Verdot vines remaining in the vineyard. The Cabernet Franc has been completely removed.

13.5 hectares are devoted to white wine grape varieties which are planted to 85% Sauvignon Blanc and 15% Semillon, with a similar planting density and vine age as the red wine varieties.

The terroir is gravel with limestone deposits in the soil. On average, the vines are close to 25 years of age. The vines are planted to a density that ranges from 6,500 vines per hectare up to 8,500 vines per hectare. The higher levels of density are for the newer plantings.

Chateau La Louviere has good neighbors. They are located in Cadaujac, which is not far from Chateau Haut Bailly and across the way from Chateau Smith Haut Lafitte. Even with their new wine-making facilities, cellars and good terroir, the wines have not always been consistent. Since 2015, they have been on a roll and the wines have never been better.

In 2013, Chateau La Louviere hired Michel Rolland as their consultant in an effort to improve their red wines and to bring more attention to the estate. Denis Dubourdieu continued to consult for the white wines until his demise.

Chateau La Louviere Winemaking

To produce the red wine of Chateau La Louviere, vinification takes place in a combination of temperature-controlled, traditional, cement vats and stainless steel tanks. Malolactic fermentation takes place in vat. The wine is aged in 50% new, French oak barrels for about 15 months.

To produce the white wine of Chateau La Louviere, the grapes are whole-cluster pressed. There is no contact between the juice and the skin. There is no malolactic fermentation. Alcoholic fermentation starts in tanks and continues in a combination of new and used French oak barrels. The wine is and aged on its lees in an average of 45% new, French oak barrels for close to 9 to months before bottling, depending on the vintage.

For the red wine of Chateau La Louviere, the average production is 20,000 cases per vintage. For the white wine, the production is close to 4,000 cases per year. There is a second wine for both the red and white wine, L de La Louviere.

The Best Vintages of Chateau La Louviere are: 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, 2018, 2017, 2016, 2015, 2012, 2010, 2009, 2008, 2006, 2005 and 2000. Although it is important to note that vintages can vary as to their quality between the white wine and the reds as in some years, the reds are markedly better and in other vintages the whites are superior.

When to Drink Chateau La Louviere, Anticipated Maturity, Decanting Time

Chateau La Louviere can be enjoyed on the young side with decanting. Young vintages can be decanted for an average of about 1 hour or so. This allows the wine to soften and open its perfume. Older vintages might need very little decanting, just enough to remove the sediment.

Chateau La Louviere is usually better with at least 4-7 years of bottle age. Of course, that can vary slightly, depending on the vintage character. Chateau La Louviere offers its best drinking and should reach peak maturity between 6-15 years of age after the vintage.

Serving Chateau La Louviere, with Wine, Food, Pairing Tips

Chateau La Louviere is best served at 15.5 degrees Celsius, 60 degrees Fahrenheit. The cool, almost cellar temperature gives the wine more freshness and lift. The red wine of Chateau La Louviere is best served with all types of classic meat dishes, veal, pork, beef, lamb, duck, game, roast chicken, roasted, braised, and grilled dishes.

Chateau La Louviere is a perfect match with Asian dishes, hearty fish courses like tuna, mushrooms, and pasta as well as cheese. The white wine of Chateau La Louviere is a perfect wine to serve with shellfish, sashimi, sushi, all types of seafood, chicken, veal, and cheese.

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Château La Louvière Wine Tasting Notes

34 Vintages 127,888 Views Sort by Vintage-Rating

2022
93
Deeply colored, the wine is loaded with flowers, cherries, herbs, and forest leaves. Medium-bodied, creamy, soft, and polished, the fruits are silky, fresh, and long, with layers of dark cherries, black plums, licorice, herbs, and chalk in the finish. Drink from 2025-2042 . 92-94 Pts.

Deeply colored, the wine is loaded with flowers, cherries, herbs, and forest leaves. Medium-bodied, creamy, soft, and polished, the fruits are silky, fresh, and long, with layers of dark cherries, black plums, licorice, herbs, and chalk in the finish. Drink from 2025-2042 . 92-94 Pts.

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2022
92
Flowers, and lemons in a sweet, creamy style with a nice honeysuckle, and orange accent in the waxy lemon finish Drink from 2024-2030. 92-92 Pts.

Flowers, and lemons in a sweet, creamy style with a nice honeysuckle, and orange accent in the waxy lemon finish Drink from 2024-2030. 92-92 Pts.

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2021
92
Black currants, tobacco, savory herbs and cigar box aromas pop from the glass. On the palate, the medium-bodied wine is vibrant, fresh and energetic, with a savory edge, and olive accents that show in the elegant, albeit dusty finish. Drink from 2024-2040.

Black currants, tobacco, savory herbs and cigar box aromas pop from the glass. On the palate, the medium-bodied wine is vibrant, fresh and energetic, with a savory edge, and olive accents that show in the elegant, albeit dusty finish. Drink from 2024-2040.

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Floral in nature with accents of tobacco leaf, spice, dark currants and smoke. The wine is round, polished, soft, and sweet, with plenty of ripe, dark red berries and polished tannins in the medium-bodied finish. Drink from 2024-2039. 90-92

Floral in nature with accents of tobacco leaf, spice, dark currants and smoke. The wine is round, polished, soft, and sweet, with plenty of ripe, dark red berries and polished tannins in the medium-bodied finish. Drink from 2024-2039. 90-92

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2021
93
Honeysuckle, orange tropical fruit, waxy lemons, grapefruit, green apples, and blazing acidity make this an instant treat to taste due to its racy quality and purity in its fruits. Drink from 2023-2033. 93-93 Pts

Honeysuckle, orange tropical fruit, waxy lemons, grapefruit, green apples, and blazing acidity make this an instant treat to taste due to its racy quality and purity in its fruits. Drink from 2023-2033. 93-93 Pts

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2020
92
Black cherries, blackberries, plums, licorice, flowers, and spearmint resonate in the nose. From there you find a wealth of fresh, silky, vibrant, dark red fruits on the palate, buttressed with dark chocolate, espresso, elegant, supple-textures and vibrancy which stick with you from start to finish. Drink from 2025-2045.

Black cherries, blackberries, plums, licorice, flowers, and spearmint resonate in the nose. From there you find a wealth of fresh, silky, vibrant, dark red fruits on the palate, buttressed with dark chocolate, espresso, elegant, supple-textures and vibrancy which stick with you from start to finish. Drink from 2025-2045.

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Flowers, blackberry, currants and blueberry aromatics blend together perfectly in the perfume. On the palate the wine is medium-bodied, elegant, soft and lively, with a polished touch to the tannins in the finish. This should age for at least 2 decades with little trouble. 91-93 Pts

Flowers, blackberry, currants and blueberry aromatics blend together perfectly in the perfume. On the palate the wine is medium-bodied, elegant, soft and lively, with a polished touch to the tannins in the finish. This should age for at least 2 decades with little trouble. 91-93 Pts

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2020
92
Crushed rocks, lemons, grapefruit, green apples, spice and white flowers create an intense perfume. Rich, fresh, fruit-filled and juicy with a yellow and orange citrus, white peach and green pear, packed finish, with a touch of ginger in the endnote, this is already fabulous in your glass. Drink from 2023-2034.

Crushed rocks, lemons, grapefruit, green apples, spice and white flowers create an intense perfume. Rich, fresh, fruit-filled and juicy with a yellow and orange citrus, white peach and green pear, packed finish, with a touch of ginger in the endnote, this is already fabulous in your glass. Drink from 2023-2034.

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Barely ripe pears, green apples, grapefruit, waxy lemon and lime with ginger and honeysuckle create an intense perfume. On the palate the wine is fresh, juicy, energetic and sweet, with a crispness and purity to the array of citrus that stands out in the crowd, carrying through to the finish. 92 Pts

Barely ripe pears, green apples, grapefruit, waxy lemon and lime with ginger and honeysuckle create an intense perfume. On the palate the wine is fresh, juicy, energetic and sweet, with a crispness and purity to the array of citrus that stands out in the crowd, carrying through to the finish. 92 Pts

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2019
93
Dark red fruits pop easily on the nose and palate. All of that is made even better with overtones of cigar box, flowers, and a hint of spice on the back end. Fresh, vibrant, elegant, long and refined, with a smoked cherry and black raspberry not on the backend. Let it rest a few years and it will be an even better wine. Drink from 2024-2037.

Dark red fruits pop easily on the nose and palate. All of that is made even better with overtones of cigar box, flowers, and a hint of spice on the back end. Fresh, vibrant, elegant, long and refined, with a smoked cherry and black raspberry not on the backend. Let it rest a few years and it will be an even better wine. Drink from 2024-2037.

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Lush, round, sweet, fresh, juicy red fruits with chocolate and smoky accents show up easily. The fruit expands on the palate with more of that sweet, chocolate overtone and silky tannins. Give this 5-7 years for more complexity and softness. 91-93 Pts

Lush, round, sweet, fresh, juicy red fruits with chocolate and smoky accents show up easily. The fruit expands on the palate with more of that sweet, chocolate overtone and silky tannins. Give this 5-7 years for more complexity and softness. 91-93 Pts

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2019
93
Pomelo honeysuckle and green apple with a nice minty accent let you know this is going to be good. On the palate the wine is crisp fresh, vibrant and lifted with a nice touch of minerality in the mid-palate and in the finish. Drink from 2022-2029.

Pomelo honeysuckle and green apple with a nice minty accent let you know this is going to be good. On the palate the wine is crisp fresh, vibrant and lifted with a nice touch of minerality in the mid-palate and in the finish. Drink from 2022-2029.

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Crisp green apples, lemon, lime, flowers and orange peel smell just great. On the palate, the wine pops with freshness, vibrant yellow citrus, creamy, lush textures and hints of honey with tangerine in the finish. 92 Pts

Crisp green apples, lemon, lime, flowers and orange peel smell just great. On the palate, the wine pops with freshness, vibrant yellow citrus, creamy, lush textures and hints of honey with tangerine in the finish. 92 Pts

2,732 Views   Tasted
2018
93
Tobacco leaf, cedar, spearmint, red fruits and herbs are all over the place. On the palate the wine is elegant, fresh, soft and silky, with layers of fruit and tobacco in every swirl, sniff and sip. The volume, depth and length here is something I have never seen here before. The wine was great in barrel and in bottle I'm loving it!

Tobacco leaf, cedar, spearmint, red fruits and herbs are all over the place. On the palate the wine is elegant, fresh, soft and silky, with layers of fruit and tobacco in every swirl, sniff and sip. The volume, depth and length here is something I have never seen here before. The wine was great in barrel and in bottle I'm loving it!

1,778 Views   Tasted
Cigar lovers are going to like this wine with all its tobacco essence but so are wine lovers! The darkest vintage ever from La Louviere, the wine is gorgeous. Rich, opulent, soft and vibrant, the fruit is ripe, sweet and spicy. The volume, depth and length here is something I have never seen here before. I'm loving it! 92-94 Pts

Cigar lovers are going to like this wine with all its tobacco essence but so are wine lovers! The darkest vintage ever from La Louviere, the wine is gorgeous. Rich, opulent, soft and vibrant, the fruit is ripe, sweet and spicy. The volume, depth and length here is something I have never seen here before. I'm loving it! 92-94 Pts

2,385 Views   Tasted
2018
92
Much better in bottle, than in barrel, now you find loads of ripe, sweet, round, creamy yellow citrus, flowers, a touch of honey, crisp green apple and grapefruit.

Much better in bottle, than in barrel, now you find loads of ripe, sweet, round, creamy yellow citrus, flowers, a touch of honey, crisp green apple and grapefruit.

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Light in color and fruit, the ripe, sweet, yellow citrus is quite juicy but it lacks the length and freshness found in the best vintages.

Light in color and fruit, the ripe, sweet, yellow citrus is quite juicy but it lacks the length and freshness found in the best vintages.

1,655 Views   Tasted
2018
86
Simple, forward, easy to like lemony wine for uncomplicated drinking pleasure.

Simple, forward, easy to like lemony wine for uncomplicated drinking pleasure.

1,223 Views   Tasted
2017
92
Pomelo, green apples, vanilla, yellow citrus and flowers pop right up. Lively acidity gives the sweet, lemon-edged fruits lift and length.

Pomelo, green apples, vanilla, yellow citrus and flowers pop right up. Lively acidity gives the sweet, lemon-edged fruits lift and length.

2,424 Views   Tasted
2017
89
Medium bodied with a tobacco overtones amidst the bright red fruits, this wine is everything you need plus a smoky edge. You should give this a few years in the cellar to soften and develop.

Medium bodied with a tobacco overtones amidst the bright red fruits, this wine is everything you need plus a smoky edge. You should give this a few years in the cellar to soften and develop.

2,495 Views   Tasted
2016
91
Medium-bodied, soft, fresh and vibrant, the wine is elegant, smoky and filled with all the earthy, ripe red cherries and tobacco leaf you need.

Medium-bodied, soft, fresh and vibrant, the wine is elegant, smoky and filled with all the earthy, ripe red cherries and tobacco leaf you need.

2,508 Views   Tasted
Medium-bodied, elegant, soft and already displaying its nose of cigar wrapper and ripe, fresh, red fruits, the wine offers lift energy and an earthy, cherry filled finish.

Medium-bodied, elegant, soft and already displaying its nose of cigar wrapper and ripe, fresh, red fruits, the wine offers lift energy and an earthy, cherry filled finish.

2,562 Views   Tasted
Medium-bodied with a cigar box and smoke note that really adds to the sweet, ripe, cherries. Elegant, fresh and bright, you can age this a few years for more nuance.

Medium-bodied with a cigar box and smoke note that really adds to the sweet, ripe, cherries. Elegant, fresh and bright, you can age this a few years for more nuance.

3,495 Views   Tasted
2016
89
Ready to go, with its slightly honeyed citrus and floral character, the wine is round, and just a bit lush, leaving you with sweet, citrus and hint of white peach in the finish.

Ready to go, with its slightly honeyed citrus and floral character, the wine is round, and just a bit lush, leaving you with sweet, citrus and hint of white peach in the finish.

1,399 Views   Tasted
Forward, fun and fresh, with a lively lemon, grapefruit and floral character that finishes with hints of tart green apple and tangerine.

Forward, fun and fresh, with a lively lemon, grapefruit and floral character that finishes with hints of tart green apple and tangerine.

2,205 Views   Tasted
An early drinker here, with the right amount of just squeezed lemons, grape fruit, tart green apple and tangerine make this an appealing, summer, white Bordeaux wine.

An early drinker here, with the right amount of just squeezed lemons, grape fruit, tart green apple and tangerine make this an appealing, summer, white Bordeaux wine.

1,763 Views   Tasted
2015
90
Here, you find accent of white peach, which add to the grapefruit, lemon zest and orange marmalade. There is a nice, zippy quality to the fruit that is equally fresh and refreshing. This is a nice, finesse styled white Bordeaux wine.

Here, you find accent of white peach, which add to the grapefruit, lemon zest and orange marmalade. There is a nice, zippy quality to the fruit that is equally fresh and refreshing. This is a nice, finesse styled white Bordeaux wine.

1,864 Views   Tasted
White peach, orange marmalade and pomelo get your attention rather quickly, but its the zippy, fresh lemon peel notes in the finish that stay with you.

White peach, orange marmalade and pomelo get your attention rather quickly, but its the zippy, fresh lemon peel notes in the finish that stay with you.

1,675 Views   Tasted
2015
90
Medium-bodied, elegant, fresh and forward, the distinctive, cherry, earth, incense and smoked, cherry pipe tobacco is out in front. The tannins are soft, the wine is polished and finish is refined. This wine is going to be easy to drink on the early side of its life.

Medium-bodied, elegant, fresh and forward, the distinctive, cherry, earth, incense and smoked, cherry pipe tobacco is out in front. The tannins are soft, the wine is polished and finish is refined. This wine is going to be easy to drink on the early side of its life.

3,684 Views   Tasted
Medium-bodied and fresh, tobacco and cherry fruits on the nose quickly move to an elegant, cherry, fennel and cigar box character on the palate. This wine is going to be easy to drink on the early side of its life. 88 - 90 Pts

Medium-bodied and fresh, tobacco and cherry fruits on the nose quickly move to an elegant, cherry, fennel and cigar box character on the palate. This wine is going to be easy to drink on the early side of its life. 88 - 90 Pts

1,934 Views   Tasted
2014
90
Much better than the red this year. There is freshness and length, coupled with sweet, ripe, citrus, floral and green melon notes.

Much better than the red this year. There is freshness and length, coupled with sweet, ripe, citrus, floral and green melon notes.

2,249 Views   Tasted
2014
86
Light in color, medium bodied and with a distinctive herbal note that marred the otherwise, fresh, crisp, bright, red berry flavors.

Light in color, medium bodied and with a distinctive herbal note that marred the otherwise, fresh, crisp, bright, red berry flavors.

3,481 Views   Tasted
2013
89
Fresh, lighter style of dry, white Bordeaux focused on the crisp, yellow fruits and limestone character.

Fresh, lighter style of dry, white Bordeaux focused on the crisp, yellow fruits and limestone character.

1,193 Views   Tasted
Medium bodied with orange marmalade and lemon notes, this light style of white Bordeaux wine should be consumed young. 87-88 Pts

Medium bodied with orange marmalade and lemon notes, this light style of white Bordeaux wine should be consumed young. 87-88 Pts

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2013
84
Light in style with a bright, tart, red berry character that is made for early drinking. The wine was produced from a blend of 70% Cabernet Sauvignon and 30% Merlot.

Light in style with a bright, tart, red berry character that is made for early drinking. The wine was produced from a blend of 70% Cabernet Sauvignon and 30% Merlot.

2,895 Views   Tasted
Light in style with an earthy, red cherry-filled personality, the wine feels rustic on the palate with sweet, tart flavors in the finish. 83-85 Pts

Light in style with an earthy, red cherry-filled personality, the wine feels rustic on the palate with sweet, tart flavors in the finish. 83-85 Pts

2,322 Views   Tasted
2012
91
At maturity, or close to it, this delicious white is showing honeysuckle, white peach, grapefruit and lemon rind notes on the nose and palate. Fresh, round and citrusy this is in the perfect spot today.

At maturity, or close to it, this delicious white is showing honeysuckle, white peach, grapefruit and lemon rind notes on the nose and palate. Fresh, round and citrusy this is in the perfect spot today.

2,186 Views   Tasted
2012
89
Medium-bodied with fresh, smoky cherries on the nose and a fresh, cherry finish produced a wine that should be drinkable on release. 88-90 Pts

Medium-bodied with fresh, smoky cherries on the nose and a fresh, cherry finish produced a wine that should be drinkable on release. 88-90 Pts

3,834 Views   Tasted
2011
92
This is the right moment to pop a cork on this gem so you can savor all the delicious ripe, freshly squeezed grapefruit, Meyer lemon, and honeysuckle that comes alive thanks to the jolt of acidity. Fresh, sweet. bright and crisp, enjoy this for up to another decade.

This is the right moment to pop a cork on this gem so you can savor all the delicious ripe, freshly squeezed grapefruit, Meyer lemon, and honeysuckle that comes alive thanks to the jolt of acidity. Fresh, sweet. bright and crisp, enjoy this for up to another decade.

2,905 Views   Tasted
2011
84
Light, rusitic and lacking depth of flavor, the wine focuses on tart, red berries and herbs. Fans of this style of wine will like it a lot more than I did.

Light, rusitic and lacking depth of flavor, the wine focuses on tart, red berries and herbs. Fans of this style of wine will like it a lot more than I did.

3,779 Views   Tasted
This elegant, medium-bodied Pessac Leognan with smoke, cassis, plums and fresh cherries will drink well early. 87-89 Pts

This elegant, medium-bodied Pessac Leognan with smoke, cassis, plums and fresh cherries will drink well early. 87-89 Pts

4,080 Views   Tasted
2010
90
Red berries, earth, tobacco open the nose. Medium bodied, fresh, lively and soft, the wine ends with refined, spicy red fruits.

Red berries, earth, tobacco open the nose. Medium bodied, fresh, lively and soft, the wine ends with refined, spicy red fruits.

4,679 Views   Tasted
2010 La Louviere – Smoke, blackberry and fresh herb aromas pair with round textures that conclude with a licorice, black cherry and earthy wine that should drink well early and offer a lot of bang for the buck. 90-92 Pts

2010 La Louviere – Smoke, blackberry and fresh herb aromas pair with round textures that conclude with a licorice, black cherry and earthy wine that should drink well early and offer a lot of bang for the buck. 90-92 Pts

2,697 Views   Tasted
2010
87
Seemingly past its prime and already starting to lose its freshness and crisp, yellow citrus character. If you are sitting on any it is time to drink up.

Seemingly past its prime and already starting to lose its freshness and crisp, yellow citrus character. If you are sitting on any it is time to drink up.

3,632 Views   Tasted
2009
90
Soft, elegant, medium-bodied and fully ready to go, the wine provides ample, smoky, red, tobacco drenched red fruits with earthy nuances from start to finish. Drink this over the next decade for maximum pleasure.

Soft, elegant, medium-bodied and fully ready to go, the wine provides ample, smoky, red, tobacco drenched red fruits with earthy nuances from start to finish. Drink this over the next decade for maximum pleasure.

3,455 Views   Tasted
A wine of finesse, and not concentration, the nose grabs you with its smoky, cherry, pipe tobacco and wet earth aromas. Soft, refined and elegant, the finish delivers fresh black cherries. Already drinking well, you can age it, or pop a bottle if you prefer young, fresh fruits.

A wine of finesse, and not concentration, the nose grabs you with its smoky, cherry, pipe tobacco and wet earth aromas. Soft, refined and elegant, the finish delivers fresh black cherries. Already drinking well, you can age it, or pop a bottle if you prefer young, fresh fruits.

6,636 Views   Tasted
2008
88
Fresh squeezed lemons strained over rocks is the name of the game here, with this vibrant, energetic, Sauvignon Blanc based wine.

Fresh squeezed lemons strained over rocks is the name of the game here, with this vibrant, energetic, Sauvignon Blanc based wine.

2,605 Views   Tasted
2006
88
This medium bodied, smokey, Pessac Leognan wine offers a red fruit and spice characteristics. This light style of wine is probably best enjoyed in its youth.

This medium bodied, smokey, Pessac Leognan wine offers a red fruit and spice characteristics. This light style of wine is probably best enjoyed in its youth.

5,678 Views   Tasted
2005
88
Light in style, better on the nose with its tobacco, dark red berry, earth and herb notes , than on the medium bodied, uncomplicated, red berry dominated palate.

Light in style, better on the nose with its tobacco, dark red berry, earth and herb notes , than on the medium bodied, uncomplicated, red berry dominated palate.

3,830 Views   Tasted
2004
88
Better on the nose, with its smoky, red fruits, earth and spicy aromas, than on the soft, medium bodied, almost light, red berry finish.

Better on the nose, with its smoky, red fruits, earth and spicy aromas, than on the soft, medium bodied, almost light, red berry finish.

3,416 Views   Tasted
2000
88
Fully mature, and more interesting on the nose, with its cigar box, smoke, tobacco and fresh, plum, with cherry aromas. Medium bodied and almost light on the palate, there is no reason to age this for further evolution. Popped and poured.

Fully mature, and more interesting on the nose, with its cigar box, smoke, tobacco and fresh, plum, with cherry aromas. Medium bodied and almost light on the palate, there is no reason to age this for further evolution. Popped and poured.

2,965 Views   Tasted
1975
88
The oldest wine I've ever tasted from this estate continues to offer interest, with its slightly honeyed citrus, and stony components. The fruit is taking on a sight petrol character, so I would not continue pressing your luck holding on this, if you have a bottle or two hanging around.

The oldest wine I've ever tasted from this estate continues to offer interest, with its slightly honeyed citrus, and stony components. The fruit is taking on a sight petrol character, so I would not continue pressing your luck holding on this, if you have a bottle or two hanging around.

1,343 Views   Tasted