Berthaut-Gerbet Fixin 1er cru Les Arvelets 2018

92-94 points Jasper Morris, MW: "Dense purple with a deep succulent dark raspberry fruit, quite thickly textured. 15% whole bunch fermentation, there was no room for more, but that is enough to give a real lift, raspberry and strawberry much fresher on the plate and stretches out brilliantly for a really persistent finish. Tasted: November 2019."

93 points La Revue du Vin de France: "Les Arvelets is a wine of great scope, with dense, deep substance, whose sap skillfully complements the aging process, with a proportion of whole clusters that brings freshness. (2021)"

91-93 points Neal Martin (Vinous): "The 2018 Fixin Les Arvelets 1er Cru is matured in 35% new oak. It has a tight but focused bouquet that takes time to unfurl, eventually offering a mixture of red and blue fruit plus just a touch of potpourri. The palate is medium-bodied with supple, grainy tannins, good density on the midpalate and an engaging, fleshy but delineated, peppery finish. Very fine. Drink: 2022-2036. (Jan 2020)"