Vins Rouges
102 Château Haut Bergey, Pessac‑Léognan
“The 2022 Haut Bergey offers up aromas of cassis, mulberries, flowers and iris mingled with delicate notes of cassis. Medium to full-bodied, round and juicy, it’s well-balanced and framed by velvety tannins, culminating in a long, fresh and ethereal finish. This is a straightforward Pessac‑Léognan, elegantly crafted.” 91 pts, Yohan Castaing, Wine Advocate 332836 $60
103 Château Haut-Brion, Pessac‑Léognan (L)
“Dark and brooding aromatics on the nose - blackcurrants, cherries and plums with mint and
graphite accents too. Smooth and so juicy, glorious and joyful on the palate - it bursts with ripe red berry fruit that has a touch of crushed stones and fruit flesh giving a textured mouthfeel. Just feels so enjoyable and really quite approachable now. Fruity, soft, svelte - there’s sinew but no heaviness. It’s sleek and sophisticated, confident but not showy - almost understated. Really fantastic, where LMHB carries a spiced vein with more heat, this is more relaxed and open. Calm and generous in terms of fruit purity with well integrated tannins and wood. Wonderful. Has a delicate charm, layered but really finely presented. 3.83pH. 63% new oak.” 98 pts, Georgina Hindle, Decanter 372704 6 bottle limit $1,600 104 Château Les Hauts de Smith, Pessac‑Léognan “Steeped red currant and dark plum notes form the core, along with sleek, singed accents of alder, bay, tobacco and black tea. A tug of warm earth hangs on the finish. Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. Drink now through 2035.” 92 pts, James Molesworth, Wine Spectator 272945 $70
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