“Unfortunately, Gaëtan Lagneaux will not have had the pleasure of discovering this admirable wine, which pays a superb tribute to his work. Deep and dark, the color of this 2012 sets the tone for the tasting: elegance and intensity. The bouquet, equally refined, reveals, beneath a high-quality woody veil (clove, cinnamon, toasted bread), sustained aromas of well-ripened black and red fruits. Full-bodied, rich, dense, and very fruity, the palate is all about restrained power, supported by silky tannins and a subtle acidity that extends the wine into a finish of rare length—generous and spicy . A great Pauillac with aging potential.” (Le Guide Hachette des Vins 2016)
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Eye
deep, black color
Nose
Spicy, with notes of cinnamon, cloves, and toasted bread. Intense aromas of ripe red and black fruits
Palate
Powerful, with silky tannins and subtle acidity. A long, generous, and spicy finish
Serve
at 16-18°C
Open
2 hours before
Drink from
2016
Drink before
2030
Food and wine pairings
It will, of course, pair well with lamb, roast beef, game, and a selection of cheeses (Beaufort, Saint-Nectaire, Époisses)...
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated estate (2020 guide): 2 stars (A solid, recommendable wine, though slightly more consistent and uniform than the previous vintage)
About the estate:
This unassuming 14-hectare estate, located in the immediate vicinity of Haut-Marbuzet on the same plateau, offers a fine representation of the Saint-Estèphe terroirs. However, the high proportion of Merlot in the blends gives the wine a deliberately charming and flattering style.
Decanter
Rated estate (2021 guide) Recommended
Guide Hachette des vins
Wine noted (guide 2016) 2* Favorite (Remarkable wine)
About the wine:
Unfortunately, Gaëtan Lagneaux will never have the pleasure of discovering this remarkable wine, which pays a superb tribute to his work. Deep and dark, the color of this 2012 sets the tone for the tasting: elegance and intensity. The bouquet, equally refined, reveals—beneath a high-quality woody note (cloves, cinnamon, toasted bread) reveals robust aromas of ripe black and red fruits. Full-bodied, rich, dense, and very fruity, the palate is characterized by restrained power, supported by silky tannins and a subtle acidity that extends the wine into a finish of rare length—generous and spicy. A great Pauillac with excellent aging potential.
Jancis Robinson
Rated: Recommended
James Suckling
Rated estate (2021 guide) Recommended
Andreas Larsson
Rated property Recommended
Customer rating
4.5/5
based on 4 reviews
Review by Mr. JEAN PIERRE B. Published on March 4, 2024
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Review by Mr. FRANCOIS J. Posted on May 1, 2017
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Review and comment by Mr. GUY L. Posted on February 13, 2017
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