18/20 René Gabriel

"Erstaunlich dichtes, sattes Purpur mit lila Schimmer. Recht konzentriertes Bouquet, wirkt etwas trocken, zeigt aber doch eine recht reife Frucht, Terroirnuancen dar...

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89/100 PP

"A top-notch effort from Jean-Philippe Janoueix, this blend of 90% Merlot and 10% Cabernet Franc is a sleeper of the vintage. Its deep ruby/purple color is accompanied by sweet blac...

90/100 PP

"Two late release 2006s include the 2006 Cuvee Simone, a blend of essentially equal parts Petit Verdot, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Merlot. In the nose, this dense ruby/pu...

93/100 PP

"The deep crimson-colored 2006 Quinta Sardonia gives up an aromatic array of cedar, Asian spices, incense, and blackberry. Savory and supple on the palate, it has enough unde...

"The Grand Vin of Château Phélan Ségur comes from this magnificent terroir of Saint-Estèphe where power dominates. Strengthened by its origins, Château Phélan Ségur has created its identity based o...

96/100 PP

"The Tenuta San Guido 2006 Bolgheri Sassicaia is a timeless classic. This might just be the vintage to photograph in an encyclopedia entry for Sassicaia. This is especially t...