Le Dauphin d'Olivier rouge 2014 - Second Vin du Château Olivier
14,5/20
Bettane & Desseauve
“A very delicate nose, with fruity, floral, and mineral notes; a full-bodied palate, also fruity, with distinct tannins. A lovely finish, well-balanced.” (The Bettane & Desseauve Guide to French Wines 2018)
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Eye
deep purple dress
Nose
fruity with slightly woody notes
Palate
Round with a spicy finish. Well-integrated tannins
Serve
decant at 17-18°C
Open
1 hour before
Drink starting at
2018
Drink before
2022
Food and Wine Pairings
Enjoy it with game birds, red and white meats, or pan-fried porcini mushrooms à la bordelaise...
Bettane & Desseauve
Wine rated (2018 guide) 14,5/20 (Good wine)
Rated estate (2020 guide): 3*Stars (High-quality production that serves as a benchmark in its sector)
About the wine:
The nose is exceptionally delicate, with fruity, floral, and mineral notes; the palate is full-bodied and equally fruity, with distinct tannins. It has a lovely finish and is well-balanced.
About the estate:
This magnificent estate on the outskirts of Bordeaux has managed to preserve, in addition to its 55-hectare vineyard, a large portion of forests and meadows. In the early 2000s, the Bethmann family undertook major renovations and entrusted the management of the estate to Laurent Lebrun. His meticulous approach and keen analysis of the terroir have led to a significant leap in the quality of the wines. The white wine, which traditionally contains a good proportion of Sémillon, has become complex and elegant, with a well-defined personality—the 2017 vintage truly impressed us. The reds, now vinified much more skillfully, express their excellent terroir with greater precision; they are expressive and vibrant.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Estate rated "Recommended" (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
About the estate:
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Rated winery (2020 guide) 1*Star (Up-and-coming stars or high-quality winemakers producing wines of a high standard—you won't be disappointed when you taste the wines from these wineries)
About the estate:
In just ten years, this Graves cru classé has undergone one of the most significant transformations in the appellation. Under the leadership of Laurent Lebrun, the wines have reached an excellent standard, and the commitment of Alexandre de Bethmann, the owner, is undeniable. He has invested significant financial resources to restructure the vineyard. It must be said that this estate is absolutely magnificent! Nestled in the middle of a wooded area, it is built on a gravel terroir situated on a splendid, well-ventilated hilltop—ideal for producing exceptional Cabernet Sauvignon. The most recent vintages bear witness to this new momentum.
James Suckling
Rated "Recommended"
Customer Rating
3.8/5
based on 5 reviews
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Review by Mr. GERARD L. Published on April 2, 2018
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