140. Le Petit Lion du Marquis de Las Cases, St‑Julien “This second-label wine is juicy, the aromatic black plum fruits and touches of toast are already balanced. It is succulent and saline, with red berry and grey-pepper flavors in harmony. Drink from 2027.” 92 pts, Wine Enthusiast 434228 $135 141. Le Petit Mouton, Pauillac “Toasted notes on the nose; cinnamon, clove with dark rich black fruits, then roses come through, some sweet blackcurrants and red cherries. Sleek and direct, a nice balance and weight in the mouth - halfway lean and focussed halfway textured and creamy, so the flavours give bite, acidity gives tang and tannins give the weight but this remains straight and streamlined. Quite a complete, understated wine, feels more serious than many other second wines, thick and rich, but not heavy. Concentrated, still with high acidity, but feels complex and polished. No rawness here, no shiny brightens either, this is serious.” Drink 2025 - 2039 94 pts, Decanter 450591 $550 142. Château Petit-Village, Pomerol “Delicate but inviting aromatics of raspberry, red cherries and pink roses. Plump and nicely fleshy, this has a really enjoyable texture, is forward and in your face right now but has just the right weight and balance, with a gorgeous salty tang to the tannins and cool blue fruit. Tannins are perfect and this has the potential to age, too. Delicious.” Drink 2026 - 2046 95 pts, Decanter 440993 $225 143. Petrus, Pomerol (L) “Deep rich blackberry and old-leather aromas go into a wine that is massive, but so elegant. Its ripe Merlot flavors are sculpted and structured, with tannins as well as impressive black-currant fruits. Drink from 2028.” 97 pts, Wine Enthusiast 435774 1 bottle limit $3,900
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