Vins Rouges
49 Le Clarence de Haut-Brion, Pessac‑Léognan “More introverted and shy than during the en primeur tastings, the 2022 Le Clarence de Haut-Brion offers up aromas of dark berries and spices mingled with pencil lead notes. Medium to full-bodied, dense and concentrated, it’s framed by structured, youthful tannins and a long, penetrating finish. Give it time to digest its élevage.” 93 pts, Yohan Castaing, Wine Advocate 372701 $400 50 Château Clerc Milon, Pauillac “Aromas of sweet crème de cassis, licorice, violets and creamy new oak introduce the 2022 Clerc Milon, a full-bodied, rich and layered wine that’s deep and vibrant, with ripe, integrated tannins and lively acids, concluding with a long finish. As I wrote en primeur , its clay-limestone terroir lends it a distinctive signature that sets it apart from the rest of the portfolio.” 95 pts, William Kelley, Wine Advocate 272656 $220
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Château Clinet, Pomerol “Richly aromatic, quite heady notes on the nose of blackcurrants, violets and dark chocolate. Silky smooth and really juicy on the palate, fun and fresh. I love the purity to the red berries with both a subtle creaminess as well as razor sharp edges of graphite and liquorice minerality that give a tang and buzz to the palate. The energy here is lovely, really alive and focused with a clean sensation on the finish. Well delivered with
character and lots of charm. Lovely.” 96 pts, Georgina Hindle, Decanter 272883, 348830
$260
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