108. Château La Tour Figeac, St-Émilion Grand Cru “A strong effort that features 40% Cabernet France, the 2020 La Tour Figeac derives from vineyards bordering Figeac where the latter’s vein of clay soils peters out. Offering up aromas of dark berries, orange rind, peonies and vine smoke, it’s medium to full-bodied, with powdery tannins and a sapid, succulent core of fruit. It will appeal to readers who gravitate toward Cabernet Franc. Drink Date: 2025 - 2040.” 93 pts, Wine Advocate 362371 $90 109. Château La Vieille Cure, Fronsac “Always a winner, I can’t remember the last vintage of this cuvée that didn’t put a smile on my face. The 2020 Chateau La Vieille Cure has lots of up-front cassis and black cherry fruits to go with complex floral, lead pencil, and green tobacco-like aromas and flavors. Medium to full-bodied, seamless, and elegant, it has the vintage’s concentrated, pure style front and center. Best After 2023.” 93 pts, Jeb Dunnuck 357655, 381839 $55 110. Château Vieux Maillet, Pomerol “The 2020 Vieux Maillet is pretty, floral and savory. There’s a good bit of power, too, but today it is in the background. The 2020 is rich but fine. Drinking Window: 2025 - 2045.” 93 pts, Vinous 357693 $85
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