Château Grand Corbin-Despagne Saint-Emilion 2025 - Grand Cru Classé BIO (Primeurs)
96-97
Yves Beck
95/100
Bettane & Desseauve
94-95/100
James Suckling
“It has body, elegance, and is supported by tannins of rare precision! ~ Yves Beck”
“Grand Corbin-Despagne’s bouquet unfolds with exceptional precision, revealing obvious attention to a multitude of details, with consistency as the guiding principle! The aging process, the floral, fruity, and spicy nuances, the freshness, and the terroir come together in a serene and exhilarating harmony. On the palate, the wine stands out for its velvety attack and silky texture. It has body and elegance, supported by tannins of rare precision that enhance both vigor and finesse. Everything is perfectly in place, and the wine is poised to continue its journey toward excellence, securing its place in the estate’s “Hall of Fame.” Tasted while listening to “A Spirit in a Material World.” It’s a perfect match. ” (Yves Beck 2026)
Delivery: First half of 2028
Packaging: Neutral carton for 1 to 5 bottles purchased and original wooden case in multiples of 6 bottles
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Bettane & Desseauve
Wine rated (2026 guide) 95/100
Rated estate (2020 guide): 3*Stars (High-quality production that serves as a benchmark in its sector)
About the wine:
Blackcurrant and graphite open up a refined nose. Dense, velvety, and almost Pomerol-like on the palate, this wine combines power, finesse, and a lively finish very much in the Saint-Émilion style.
About the estate:
Château Grand Corbin-Despagne is undoubtedly the best value for money in Saint-Émilion, with its 29 hectares situated on a terroir dominated by sandy soils. The owner, François Despagne, has worked tirelessly to achieve this result, with a commitment to organic farming that contributes to the wine’s success. This Saint-Émilion combines vigor, silkiness, aromatic distinction, and superb aging potential. A tasting ranging from the 2016 vintage back to 1947 allowed us to fully appreciate the wine’s style, which possesses a finesse and harmony superior to many “modern-style” classified growths. As it ages, it can come to resemble a great Pomerol in several vintages.
Guide Hachette des vins
Rated estate (2022 guide) 1*Star (Very successful wine)
About the estate:
In 2019, this great wine displays vitality and energy, which are a reflection of the clay soils. It has great aging potential. With more focus on its tension, texture, a hint of licorice, and peppery tannins, the 2018 is not quite fully developed yet but promises a bright future. The 2015, with its deep red color, develops a richness of bold, powerful tannins with a refined, structured character.
James Suckling
Wine rated (2026 guide) 94-95/100
About the wine:
A classic Saint-Émilion with aromas of blueberry and raspberry, featuring chalky notes that give it a hint of earthiness. Medium-bodied, with a slightly sweet finish.
Le Figaro vins
Winery rated 93/100
About the estate:
The wines evoke red berries and flowers in an intense and complex way, then evolve toward more spicy notes. The palate is characterized by finesse and smoothness. The tannins are velvety.
Yves Beck
Wine rated (2026 guide) 96-97
About the wine:
Grand Corbin-Despagne’s bouquet unfolds with exceptional precision, revealing the obvious attention paid to a multitude of details, with consistency as the guiding principle! The aging process, the floral, fruity, and spicy nuances, the freshness, and the terroir come together to form a serene and exhilarating whole. On the palate, the wine stands out for its velvety attack and silky texture. It has body and elegance, supported by tannins of rare precision that enhance both its vigor and finesse. Everything is perfectly in place, and the wine is poised to continue its journey toward excellence, securing its place in the estate’s “Hall of Fame.” Tasted while listening to “A Spirit in a Material World.” It’s a perfect match. 2030–2055
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