157. Sarget de Gruaud-Larose, St‑Julien “The 2021 Sarget de Gruaud Larose is an attractive wine in the making, exhibiting aromas of sweet berries, cherries and spices, followed by a medium-bodied, ample and fleshy palate that’s pure and lively, concluding with a saline finish. It’s a blend of 52% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Merlot, 2% Cabernet Franc and 6% Petit Verdot” 87-89 pts, Wine Advocate 450625 $75 158. Château La Serre, St-Émilion Grand Cru “Redcurrants and raspberry leaf on the nose, slightly herbal and fragrant. Smooth and supple, a nice gentle chew to the texture with a juicy core of freshly-picked strawberries and red cherries underpinned by bright but not seeing acidity. Tannins are just a touch dry towards the finish, hints of menthol and eucalyptus give some freshness and sense of leanness, but also just giving some constriction to the fun fruitiness but this is nicely structured - not too light - with a long finish.” Drink 2024 - 2034 92 pts, Decanter 435795 $100 159. Château Siran, Margaux “Lovely fragrance on the nose, richly scented with dark fruits and subtle exotic spices. Smooth and supple in the mouth, great energy and drive with a fun, juicy core that is light but in focus giving this more of an elegant touch but still with persistence. A really nice take on 2021 with plenty of body and flavour. A gorgeous wine that people are sure to finish! Energetic, clean, pure, lively, juicy and clean. A great show with strawberries, blackcurrants and cherries.” Drink 2026 - 2039 92 pts, Decanter 450067 $75 160. La Sirene de Giscours, Margaux “This second-label wine has enticing ripe berry aromas and dry tannins. Blackberry fruits, ripe spice and structure give a wine with both open richness and some fime acidity. Drink from 2027.” 94 pts, Wine Enthusiast 324553 $65
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