du Glana St-Julien 2016

92-93 points James Suckling: "Very vivid and juicy with lovely fruit and acidity that gives this wine presence and texture. Much better than the 2015. (4/4/17)"

91 points Jane Anson (Decanter): "Owned by brothers Ludovic and Julien Meffre, this wine is a deep purple colour with extremely aromatic juice, delivering the triumvirate of what you want in a primeur wine - fruit, freshness and genuine astringency on the tannins. The black cherry and cassis fruit is inevitably held back a little at this stage, but there is potential for bedding down during ageing, making this a very promising wine. Good St-Julien classicism on display here. 56% Cabernet Sauvignon and 44% Merlot with 12 months in 40% new oak. Christophe Olliver of the Dubourdieu group is consulting oenologist here. A wine to watch, these vines once formed part of the Saint Pierre estate. Drinking Window: 2025-2040. (4/2/17)"

90 points Antonio Galloni (Vinous): "A sleeper in this vintage, the 2016 du Glana is absolutely gorgeous. Supple and resonant on the palate, with terrific depth and tons of character, the 2016 is a real overachiever. Juicy red cherry, plum, lavender and sweet spice all flesh out in this succulent, hugely delicious Saint-Julien. Don't miss it. Drink: 2019-2026. (Jan 2019)"