97 points Jeb Dunnuck: "The 2022 Clos Lunelles comes from vines just outside the appellation, just across from Faugères, and is based on 80% Merlot and 10% each Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon. Black raspberries, crushed stone, flowers, and chocolaty nuances all shine in this brilliant Castillon, another riveting wine from this team that brings full-bodied power and richness while staying elegant and seamless. You can put this up with the best in Saint-Emilion and it will do just fine. Drink: 2025-2045. (2/27/25)"
95 points James Suckling: "A fresh and vivid red with lots of black fruits and blueberries as well as violets and other flowers. It's full-bodied with very silky and fine tannins. Flavorful finish. Lots going on. Made from only nine hectares. Impressive for the appellation. 80% merlot, 10% cabernet franc and 10% cabernet sauvignon. Drink after 2027. (1/8/25)"
94 points Jeff Leve (The Wine Cellar Insider): "Inky in color with an attention-seeking perfume, packed with sea-salt, chocolate, black plums, flowers, espresso, and cherries. Lush, full, and rich, with layers of plush, polished, ripe fruits. The finish leaves you with the essence of minerals, and perfectly, ripe, sweet fruits. The finish lingers with those gorgeous fruits. The low pH provides that lift, and energy in the tense finish that is perfect for its wealth of fruit. The wine was made from blending 80% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 10% Cabernet Franc. Drink from 2025-2040. (Mar 2025)"
94 points Peter Moser (Falstaff): "Deep ruby, opaque core, purple reflections, discreet brightening on the rim. Nuance of fine oak, a touch of liquorice and blackberries, fresh figs, inviting bouquet. Juicy, round and ripe, dark cherries, supporting, vivid, well-integrated tannins, mineral limestone, good freshness, a finely textured food wine. (Jan 2025)"
93 points Antonio Galloni (Vinous): “The 2022 Clos Lunelles is a heady, flamboyant wine. A rush of dark red/purplish fruit, cedar, tobacco, incense and dried herbs races out of the glass, announcing this stylish Côtes de Castillon with notable class. Pretty floral overtones from the Cabernet Franc lift the finish nicely. Drink: 2026-2037. (Jan 2025)"
93 points Georgina Hindle (Decanter): "Blue fruits, ink, salty wet stones, flint, and bitter black chocolate create an intense aromatic profile. Bright and brimming with energy - strawberries, red cherries, and chalky tannins lead to liquorice, tobacco, and toasted spice. Compact and focused, with a smooth, streamlined feel and a juicy core. The terroir shines, and the balance is impeccable. Ends moreish, immediately inviting another sip. Complete and true to its place. Drinking Window: 2027-2042. (1/9/25)"
95 points James Suckling: "A fresh and vivid red with lots of black fruits and blueberries as well as violets and other flowers. It's full-bodied with very silky and fine tannins. Flavorful finish. Lots going on. Made from only nine hectares. Impressive for the appellation. 80% merlot, 10% cabernet franc and 10% cabernet sauvignon. Drink after 2027. (1/8/25)"
94 points Jeff Leve (The Wine Cellar Insider): "Inky in color with an attention-seeking perfume, packed with sea-salt, chocolate, black plums, flowers, espresso, and cherries. Lush, full, and rich, with layers of plush, polished, ripe fruits. The finish leaves you with the essence of minerals, and perfectly, ripe, sweet fruits. The finish lingers with those gorgeous fruits. The low pH provides that lift, and energy in the tense finish that is perfect for its wealth of fruit. The wine was made from blending 80% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon, and 10% Cabernet Franc. Drink from 2025-2040. (Mar 2025)"
94 points Peter Moser (Falstaff): "Deep ruby, opaque core, purple reflections, discreet brightening on the rim. Nuance of fine oak, a touch of liquorice and blackberries, fresh figs, inviting bouquet. Juicy, round and ripe, dark cherries, supporting, vivid, well-integrated tannins, mineral limestone, good freshness, a finely textured food wine. (Jan 2025)"
93 points Antonio Galloni (Vinous): “The 2022 Clos Lunelles is a heady, flamboyant wine. A rush of dark red/purplish fruit, cedar, tobacco, incense and dried herbs races out of the glass, announcing this stylish Côtes de Castillon with notable class. Pretty floral overtones from the Cabernet Franc lift the finish nicely. Drink: 2026-2037. (Jan 2025)"
93 points Georgina Hindle (Decanter): "Blue fruits, ink, salty wet stones, flint, and bitter black chocolate create an intense aromatic profile. Bright and brimming with energy - strawberries, red cherries, and chalky tannins lead to liquorice, tobacco, and toasted spice. Compact and focused, with a smooth, streamlined feel and a juicy core. The terroir shines, and the balance is impeccable. Ends moreish, immediately inviting another sip. Complete and true to its place. Drinking Window: 2027-2042. (1/9/25)"
| Product SKU | 353509 |
| Producer | clos lunelles |
| Country | France |
| Region | Bordeaux |
| SubRegion | Right Bank |
| Varietal | Cabernet/Bordeaux Blends |
| Vintage | 2022 |
| Size | 750ml |
| Color | Red |
| Blend | 80% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Franc, 10% Cabernet Sauvignon |
| ABV | 14.6% |
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