Château Gloria - Saint-Julien 2022

Bettane & Desseauve

About the estate:

Superbly situated in the commune of Saint-Julien-Beychevelle and surrounded by noble peers, Château Gloria is now owned by Jean-Louis Triaud and his wife, the daughter of Henri Martin, its “founder” (just like Château Saint-Pierre). This estate has now fully regained its former glory. Gloria’s wines feature pure fruit and a supple structure, with exceptionally refined tannins. They are true classics of the appellation.

Guide Hachette des vins

About the estate:

This estate, which today spans 50 hectares, was built from the ground up starting in 1942 by one of the region’s leading figures, Henri Martin, who for years acquired plots from Grand Cru Classé vineyards in the heart of Beychevelle, as well as to the west and north of the appellation. His daughter Françoise and her husband Jean-Louis Triaud, who managed Gloria and the entire Domaines Martin estate, handed over control of their properties to their son Jean in 2016.

Robert Parker - Wine Advocate

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

About the estate:

Patiently assembled, plot by plot, in the second half of the 20th century by Henri Martin, Gloria is one of the leading unclassified wines of the Médoc. This reputation is well-deserved, as evidenced by the latest vintages. Always full-bodied, colorful, and concentrated, the wine has rarely disappointed over the past decade. It ages harmoniously, but those in a hurry can enjoy it as early as five years after bottling.

Wine Enthusiast

Vinous

About the wine:

Gloria 2022 boasts a complex and captivating nose: black fruits, blueberries, and pleasant estuarine aromas, almost reminiscent of seaweed. The oak is well-defined and perfectly integrated. The palate, with its beautiful structure, features supple tannins, well-balanced acidity, and a full-bodied finish, while retaining superb precision and great finesse. Excellent. Tasted blind at the Southwold tasting in London. 2030–2055

James Suckling

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An excellent Gloria emerges from this remarkable vintage, which, while not a classic, offers depth, concentration, and an abundance of fine tannins. It is also the fullest-bodied and most robust Gloria. It boasts superb intensity and fine, velvety tannins that, together, make this wine appealing and approachable even in its youth, though it is still a bit closed at the moment. Deep aromas of blackcurrant, blackberry, tapenade, and dark chocolate, but if you wish to discover its full complexity and nuances, wait another 4 to 5 years. This great wine, designed to age for the next 20 years, still shows beautiful restraint. 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 35% Merlot, 9% Petit Verdot, and 6% Cabernet Franc. From a vertical tasting at the estate.

Terre de Vins

About the wine:

With its perfect balance of elegance and intensity, this Gloria is worthy of an "Ave" and two "Pater." It is a beautiful expression of the 2022 vintage in Saint-Julien, displaying full-bodied, flavorful richness, beautifully refined tannins, and a signature pencil-lead note that leaves you wanting more. It is a triumph.

Yves Beck

About the wine:

A superb bouquet where freshness and fruit take center stage before giving way to notes of fresh wood and spices. On the palate, the wine impresses with its ability to maintain a bold, powerful profile while showcasing freshness and finesse with a beautifully achieved balance. A juicy, mouth-watering, vigorous, and persistent wine that will continue to age gracefully for decades to come. Superb! 2028–2049

The Wine Cellar Insider - Jeff Leve

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Gloria's finest vintage to date captivates with its vibrant bouquet of flowers, redcurrants, black cherries, and spices. This beautifully structured wine is silky, elegant, supple, and refined, with notes of plums and cocoa that linger from start to finish. No need to wait—enjoy it young or let it age. Best enjoyed between 2026 and 2042.