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Critics Ratings

Clos du Marquis Saint-Julien 2010
‘A great wine, packed with black currant fruits, sweet tannins and beautiful acidity. Made by the team at Léoville las Cases, this wine reveals an elegant, restrained structure, ripe and delicious fruit and a darker, tighter texture for aging.’ – Roger Voss, Wine Enthusiast, 95/100 (May 2013)

Gloria Saint-Julien 2006
‘Offers blackberry and black licorice on the nose, turning to light jam. Full-bodied, with lovely, silky tannins and a long, caressing finish. Beautiful and refined. Best after 2012.’ – Wine Spectator, 90/100 (Mar 2009)

‘As I wrote last year, this sensational sleeper of the vintage is not far off the pace of Gloria’s brilliant 2005. Sweet cedary, cigar box, roasted herb, and black currant fruit aromas are followed by a lush, full-bodied, textured, concentrated wine. A steal in today’s marketplace, this is a gorgeous St.-Julien to enjoy now and over the next 15+ years. Good value.’ – Robert Parker Jr, Wine Advocate, 90/100 (Feb 2009)

Haut-Bergey Pessac-Léognan 2005
‘Aromas of mineral, blackberry and licorice lead to a full body, with lots of racy tannins and a long, flavorful finish. There's plenty of character, with a polished, refined style, yet tannic. Best after 2011’ – Wine Spectator, 91/100 (Mar 2008)

‘Deep medium ruby. Blackberry, violet and a hint of dark chocolate on the nose. Impressively dense and primary, with flavors of blackberry and smoked meat complicated by a suggestion of bonfire. Chewy, dry and classic wine, finishing with substantial building tannins.’ – Stephen Tanzer, Vinous, 91/100 (May 2007)

Langoa-Barton Saint-Julien 2002'
Although it is relatively soft, this wine still has everything about it. There is ripeness, but it is balanced with fresh acidity still with an aura of youth. In the core, there are solid blackcurrants, structure. It will certainly age, but drink over 10 years.’ – Roger Voss, Wine Enthusiast, 92/100 (Dec 2007)

‘Beautiful aromas of licorice, currants and berries follow through to a medium- to full-bodied palate, with silky tannins and a seductive finish. Well-crafted. Not overdone. I like this slightly better than the Léoville Barton. Best after 2007.’ – Wine Spectator, 90/100 (Mar 2005)

Les Pagodes de Cos Saint-Estèphe 2007
‘Offers coffee bean, red fruits and hints of dried herb on the nose. Medium-bodied, with some berry and herb. Light finish. Slightly diluted. Second wine of Cos.’ - Wine Spectator (Mar 2010)

Poujeaux Moulis-en-Médoc 2010
'Dark and enticing, with a subtle smoky frame around the core of mulled plum, black currant and blackberry fruit. The long, graceful finish is inlaid with flecks of charcoal, black tea and singed sandalwood. Best from 2014 through 2022.' - James Molesworth, Wine Spectator, 91/100 (Mar 2013)

Smith Haut Lafitte Pessac-Léognan 2014
'Very impressive combination of concentration and freshness. Real distinction here.' - Jancis Robinson MW, JancisRobinson.com, 17.5/20 (Nov 2018)

'This has a generous feel, with ripe fig, boysenberry and blueberry compote fruit flavors that are entwined with alluring roasted apple wood, melted licorice and warm fruitcake notes. The broad, mouthcoating finish has a terrific graphite underpinning to stay honest. Best from 2020 through 2035.' - James Molesworth, Wine Spectator, 94/100 (Mar 2017)