Château Brown - Pessac-Léognan 2018
94/100
James Suckling
93/100
Wine Spectator
92/100
Decanter
92/100
RVF
92/100
Le Figaro
91-92/100
Yves Beck
1*Étoile
Hachette
"A culinary delight!"
“Only 19 hl/ha were harvested following hail and downy mildew, but Château Brown did an excellent job with what it had. There is a touch of heat on the attack, but the concentrated fruit and silky texture balance it out. Notes of dark chocolate and licorice emerge on the mid-palate. An exuberant, high-quality wine with intensity and concentration—simply extremely appealing.” (Decanter 2019) - Delivered in a wooden case for all orders of 12 bottles of this wine (excluding Pickup Point delivery method)
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Eye
Deep, rich color
Nose
The first nose is very expressive, with aromas of ripe red fruits
Palate
The attack is smooth and full-bodied. The mid-palate is broad and powerful, with all the intensity of a sunny vintage. The finish is long, with silky tannins.
Serve
At 16-18°C
Open
1 hour before
Drink from
2023
Drink before
2034
Production
Approximately 4,100 cases
Food and wine pairings
Enjoy it with a nice cut of red meat, aged cheeses...
Bettane & Desseauve
Rated estate (2022 guide): 3 stars (High-quality production, setting the standard in its sector)
About the estate:
This estate, named after a Scottish wine merchant, was successfully taken over by the Mau family in 2005, in partnership with the Dutch firm Dirkzwager. Jean-Christophe Mau, a passionate winemaker, devotes a great deal of energy to the estate, advised by Stéphane Derenoncourt for the reds and Philippe Dulong for the whites. The wines are well-balanced, fruit-forward, harmonious, and balanced. The whites are impeccable, precise, and pure. The reds, of a very high standard, possess a distinct Léognan character. The estate ranks among the top producers in the appellation.
Decanter
Wine rated (2019 guide) 92/100
About the wine:
Only 19 hl/ha were harvested following hail and downy mildew, but Château Brown did an excellent job with what it had. There is a hint of warmth on the attack, but the concentrated fruit and silky texture balance it out. Notes of dark chocolate and licorice emerge on the mid-palate. An exuberant, high-quality wine with intensity and concentration—simply extremely appealing.
Guide Hachette des vins
Wine noted (guide 2022) 1*Star (Very successful wine)
About the wine:
A lovely bouquet blending coffee and spices with dark fruit notes; full-bodied, fresh, clean, and well-structured on the palate, the estate’s red wine has everything it takes to age gracefully.
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Wine rated (2022 guide) 92/100
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 estate, purchased in 2005 by the Mau and Dirkzwager families, is now managed by Jean-Christophe Mau. He has carried out extensive work on this terroir, which neighbors the Château Olivier classified growth. The most recent vintages have reached an excellent standard, offering a classic yet full-bodied style that consistently emphasizes elegant tannins and fresh fruit.
Wine Spectator
Wine rated (2021 guide) 93/100 (Exceptional wine)
Rated estate (2022 guide) Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Wine Spectator)
About the wine:
Elegant, clean, and refined, with flavors of blackcurrant, Damascus plum, and cherry, complemented by subtle notes of tar and graphite. Hints of anise and red tea on the finely textured finish. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Petit Verdot. 2022–2032.
James Suckling
Wine rated (2021 guide) 94/100
Rated winery (2022 guide) Recommended
About the wine:
Aromas of blackcurrant, stewed blackberry, thyme, bark, and licorice. It is full-bodied with firm, refined tannins and a savory finish. It really opens up on the palate, revealing layer upon layer of flavor. Try it starting in 2024.
Le Figaro vins
Wine rated (2020 guide) 92/100
About the wine:
The nose is quite ripe, with notes of blackcurrant and blackberry, and aromas from the aging process still present in the form of coffee notes. The palate is rich and smooth, with abundant yet ripe tannins. Best enjoyed between 2020 and 2040, ideally between 2026 and 2031.
Yves Beck
Wine rated (2019 guide) 91-92/100
About the wine:
Deep purple. A fruity bouquet with good intensity. Pleasant notes of cherries, blackcurrants, and spices. A rich, fruity attack. Well-balanced on the palate. The wine is juicy, fruity, and has good tannins. A delicious Château Brown! 2022–2034
Customer rating
3.5/5
based on 2 reviews
Review by Mr. PIERRE D. Posted on January 15, 2023
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Review by Mr. Gilbert D. Published on December 3, 2022
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