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Clos Manou - Médoc 2022

Clos Manou - Médoc 2022

Médoc|Red wine

96/100

Yves Beck

94/100

Decanter

94/100

Vinous

94/100

Jean-Marc Quarin

93/100

Robert Parker

harmonious
finesse
irresistible
underdog

"Assertive and determined, it combines undeniable power with a joyful juiciness that makes it irresistible! ~ Decanter"

“I had the pleasure of tasting this Gem once again at Nicolas Stämpfli’s, a dynamic and enthusiastic wine merchant in Switzerland. Precision and authenticity immediately come to mind when I take a whiff of the 2022 Clos Manou. What an exceptional wine. On the palate, finesse outshines power by integrating and guiding it. A wine of incredible depth, driven by vigorous tannins and vibrant acidity—particularly remarkable given the hot conditions of this vintage.” (Yves Beck 2025) - Delivery in a wooden case is available for orders of 6 bottles of this wine (depending on the country and selected shipping method)

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Estate

Clos Manou

Vintage

2022

Designation

Médoc

Region

Bordeaux

Grape Varieties

60% Cabernet sauvignon, 35% Merlot, 3% Cabernet franc, 2% Petit verdot

Regions

30% clay loam, 27% Couquèques limestone, 25% sand, 13% sandy loam, 5% gravelly sand

Viticulture

Reasoned

Grape Harvest

Manuals in crates

Wine Production

Traditional method with double sorting of the grapes on vibrating tables and transfer to vats using a peristaltic pump (cold pre-fermentation at 8° to 10° for 48 to 72 hours), pumping over in concrete vats and punching down in wood and concrete vats, and pressing using a vertical press

Livestock Farming

Aged on lees with regular stirring; 34% in new French oak barrels for 17 months; 57% in 7-hl concrete eggs and 13-hl Dolia tanks for 12 months; 5% in 8-hl terracotta jars for 6 to 8 months; and 4% in 500-L French oak barrels (used for one vintage) for 17 months

Alcohol content

14,5%

Eye

Black and Purple Dress

Nose

A captivating bouquet of cherry, graphite, cigar, licorice, herbs, and chocolate

Palate

This wine combines power and juiciness with precision, harmony, depth, velvety tannins, and a long finish

Serve

At 16-18°C

Open

2 hours before

Drink starting at

2027

Drink before

2040+

Production

85,000 bottles

Food and Wine Pairings

Food and Wine Pairings

Enjoy it with lamb chops, herb-crusted pork tenderloin, or chocolate mousse...

More information at Clos Manou

More information at Médoc

Bettane & Desseauve

Bettane & Desseauve

Rated estate (2021 guide): 2*Stars (A solid, recommendable production, though slightly more consistent and uniform than the previous one)

About the estate:

Françoise and Stéphane Dief’s vineyards are located in the town of Saint-Christoly, and thanks to exceptionally subtle winemaking and oak aging, they produce the Clos-Manou—a wine intended for aging, with great purity and a style of exceptional perfection. For the Petit-Manou, part of the harvest is now aged in 7-hectoliter concrete eggs. These are red wines deeply rooted in the Médoc terroir, with the structure necessary for aging. The ambitious Clos-Manou cuvée demonstrates great expertise, but the second wine, Petit-Manou, is also well worth trying.
Decanter

Decanter

Wine rated (2023 guide) 94/100

About the wine:

Notes of coffee, tobacco, figs, cinnamon, violets, and blackberries on the nose—an opulent and captivating bouquet. On the palate, a silky, crystalline texture enhances the aromas of ripe fruit. This wine, both concentrated and lively, offers an intense experience, enhanced by subtle notes of salt and graphite that lend it freshness and finesse. Assertive and determined, it combines undeniable power with a joyful juiciness that makes it irresistible and easy to drink. Its long finish leaves a lasting impression. An exceptional wine. Best enjoyed between 2025 and 2034.
Hachette Wine Guide

Guide Hachette des vins

Rated Estate (2022 Guide) Award-Winning Wines (This producer's wines regularly receive awards from the guide)

About the estate:

In 1998, Stéphane Dief and his wife Françoise leased 12 ares to establish their vineyard. Through the purchase of plots and the acquisition of carefully selected small vineyards, their estate now spans 17 hectares, including some very old vines, notably a small pre-phylloxera plot of Merlot planted in 1850. It has become a benchmark in the Médoc.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate

Robert Parker - Wine Advocate

Wine rated (2025 guide) 93/100 (Outstanding wine)

Estate rated "Recommended" (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker—The Wine Advocate)

About the wine:

A blend of 52% Merlot, 42% Cabernet Sauvignon, 3.5% Petit Verdot, and 2.5% Cabernet Franc, the 2022 Clos Manou is, as always, a true success. With aromas of dark wild berries, licorice, pencil lead, and cigar wrapper, it is medium-bodied to full-bodied, complex, and concentrated, with a lush, harmonious fruit core and velvety tannins that lead to a long, elegant finish marked by hints of pencil lead. 2028–2038

About the estate:

 
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide to the Best Wines of France

RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France

Rated Estate (2022 Guide) Selected (Please note that this guide is a ranking, and as such, all the estates listed here—even those without a star—represent, in our view, the pinnacle of French winemaking.)

About the estate:

This small 18-hectare estate, located in the northern Médoc in the town of Saint-Christoly, is passionately managed by Françoise and Stéphane Dief. Meticulous vineyard management and expertly executed winemaking give the wines both charm and depth. A wonderful discovery off the beaten path of the grands crus classés, offering remarkable value for the price.
Vinous

Vinous

Wine rated (2025 guide) 94/100

About the wine:

Clos Manou 2022 offers a precise and concise bouquet, with aromas of blackberry, wild hedgerow, blueberries, and crushed stone that open up with aeration. It clearly outshines the other Médoc wines tasted in this series. The palate, with lovely fullness, is complex and harmonious, featuring perfectly integrated oak, remarkable fluidity, and exquisite minerality on the finish. A brilliant wine. 2026–2046
Yves Beck

Yves Beck

Wine rated (2025 guide) 96/100

About the wine:

I had the pleasure of tasting this Gem once again at Nicolas Stämpfli’s, a dynamic and enthusiastic wine merchant in Switzerland. Precision and authenticity immediately come to mind when I smell the Clos Manou 2022. What an exceptional wine. On the palate, finesse outshines power by integrating and guiding it. A wine of incredible depth, driven by vigorous tannins and lively acidity—particularly impressive given the hot conditions of this vintage. 2030–2050
Jean-Marc Quarin

Jean-Marc Quarin

Wine rated (2025 guide) 94/100

About the wine:

Clos Manou really lets loose in this highly structured vintage (IPT 92)! Black and purple in color. The nose is intense, refined, and fruity with vanilla notes, developing creamy aromas when the glass is swirled. Soft on the palate at first and immediately very flavorful, the wine unfolds as highly structured and powerful, yet velvety. The finish is long and succulent with a touch of austerity. Given the type of cork (Ardeaseal) used, I recommend decanting it before tasting, even at the last minute. Suitable for long-term aging.

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