95. L’Hospitalet de Gazin, Pomerol “L’Hospitalet de Gazin is produced from the younger vines of the Grand Vin and is made for earlier enjoyment. It shares some of the exotic spice of Château Gazin with a supple palate and savory finish.” 90 pts, Barbara Philip MW 435713 $75 96. Château d’Issan, Margaux (L) “Mint and flowers on the nose with delicate fragrant black bramble fruit. Smooth and elegant, lifted with a lovely balanced acidity to this, not sharp - it’s all very calm and delicate but with texture ot the tannins, slightly grippy and softly chalky giving the frame and the definition. I feel they’ve treaded delicately here, not tried to overdo it, and it’s not as ample or fleshy as some in Margaux but what it doesn’t have in confrontation it has in finesse. Really easy to drink and easy to enjoy with gorgeous fragrance throughout, lovely raspberry and strawberry elements, and some black tea on the finish.” Drink 2026 - 2046 94 pts, Decanter 412021 6 bottle limit $150 97. Château Joanin Bécot, Castillon Côtes de Bordeaux “Crafted by Juliette Bécot (from Beau-Séjour Bécot) and her team, the 2021 Joanin Bécot unveils its potential with a delightful, vibrant and dynamic profile, enriched with notes of cherries, dark wild berries, peonies and flowers. Medium to full-bodied, lively and gourmand, it’s seamless and supple with a vibrant, juicy core of fruit and an ethereal, saline finish. As usual, this overperforming estate from clay-limestone soils has produced a wine that punches above its weight, representing a significant and commendable achievement for a modest Castillon appellation.” Drink 2024 - 2034 92 pts, Wine Advocate 450703 $55 98. Château Kirwan, Margaux (L) “This renowned estate, owned by Bordeaux negociant Schröder & Schÿler, has produced a balanced wine, full of structured fruit as well as a core of tannins. It has the elegance that goes with the Margaux appellation and brings considerable potential. Drink from 2027.” 94 pts, Wine Enthusiast 450203 6 bottle limit $115
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