Château Puech-Haut - Tête de Bélier rouge 2018
91-93/100
Robert Parker
93/100
Jeb Dunnuck
"How charming!"
“A blend of 70% Grenache (aged in second-use demi-muids), 20% Syrah, 8% Mourvèdre, and 2% Carignan (fermented separately in new 228-liter barrels), the 2018 Languedoc Tête de Bélier red offers lush aromas of blackberries, plums, and black cherries, underpinned by notes of baking spices and vanilla. It is rich, sumptuous, and full-bodied, with velvety tannins, hints of vanilla, and a lingering sweetness on the finish.” (Wine Advocate 2020 – Joe Czerwinski)
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Eye
Deep, intense black-garnet color
Nose
Focused on aromas of dark fruits (blackcurrant, cherry), evolving into aromas of violet, blended with notes of spices, pepper, and cloves
Palate
Full-bodied and aromatic (spices, red and black fruits, toasted bread), supported by ripe tannins, with a balanced, oaky finish
Serve
At 16-17°C
Open
2 hours beforehand in a carafe
Drink before
2028
Food and Wine Pairings
Pairs well with a quail terrine with raisins, duck confit, Sarladaise-style potatoes, and porcini mushrooms...
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Wine rated (2020 guide) 91–93/100 (Excellent Wine)
Estate rated "Recommended" (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
About the wine:
A blend of 60% Grenache (aged in second-use demi-muids), 30% Syrah, 5% Carignan, and 5% Mourvèdre (fermented separately in new 228-liter barrels), the 2018 Languedoc Tête de Bélier red offers lush aromas of blackberries, plums, and black cherries, underpinned by notes of baking spices and vanilla. It is rich, sumptuous, and full-bodied, with velvety tannins, hints of vanilla, and a lingering sweetness on the finish.
Jancis Robinson
Rated "Recommended"
Jeb Dunnuck
Wine rated 93/100
Rated "Recommended"
Customer Rating
4.3/5
based on 39 reviews
Review by Mr. JACQUES R. Published on April 24, 2023
This superb wine offers beautifully integrated aromas with no flaws. This cuvée demonstrates consistent quality.
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Review by Mr. JAMES C. Posted on July 19, 2022
Consistently good.
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Review and comment by Mr. THIERRY M. Posted on June 6, 2022
It's one of the must-see spots in this region; I never miss a chance to stop by the estate when I go back there.
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Review and rating by Mr. ERIC L. Posted on January 7, 2022
Perfect, as Always
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Review by Ms. DOMINIQUE B. Published on April 1, 2021
Excellent! Full-bodied, with lots of character.
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Review by Mr. PIERRE G. Published on July 11, 2026
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Review and rating by Mr. ROLAND M. Published on September 3, 2025
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Review by Mr. JEAN-FRANCOIS G. Published on April 16, 2025
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Review by Mr. JEAN FRANCOIS H. Published on August 23, 2024
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