144. Château Phélan Ségur, St‑Estèphe (L) “Unfurling in the glass with aromas of dark berries, plums and cherries mingled with notions of rose petals, pipe tobacco, sweet spices and loamy soil, the 2021 Phélan Ségur is medium to full-bodied, deep and layered, with impressive depth at the core, ripe tannins and lively acids, concluding with a long, saline finish. Concentrated and well- constructed, this is a serious wine with a bright future ahead of it. It’s a blend of 75% Cabernet Sauvignon, 21% Merlot and 4% Petit Verdot. Tasted five times, twice at the estate.” 92-93 pts, Wine Advocate 324569 6 bottle limit $110 145. Château Pibran, Pauillac “Ripe blackberry aromas with rich tannins give the wine structure. Almost half and half Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, it is both juicy, generous and full of succulent black fruits. Drink from 2027.” 93 pts, Wine Enthusiast 450070 $85 146. Château Pichon Baron, Pauillac “The wine has smoky aromas, is rich in tannins and packed with black currants. It is ripe and full of acidity that gives a juicy character. This is a great wine, its full structure promising great aging potential. Drink the wine from 2028.” 96 pts, Wine Enthusiast 324611, 450638 $375 147. Pichon Comtesse Réserve, Pauillac “Tight spice and rich acidity along with cooked meat and dark-pepper aromas give this second-label wine both structure and elegance. Its richness and openess are dominant. Drink from 2028.” 94 pts, Wine Enthusiast 450458 $110 148. Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande, Pauillac (L) “Black-currant fruit aromas are also backed by a powerfully tannic wine. It is both elegant and concentrated, and its refined character comes from the stylish structure. The wine also has enormous potential. Drink from 2028.” 96 pts, Wine Enthusiast 412013, 450463 6 bottle limit $380
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