Corbin St-Émilion Grand Cru 2019

94 points Jane Anson (Inside Bordeaux): "Bright raspberry in colour, this has beautifully welcoming brambled fruit on the nose, with tension and poise through the palate, softened by blackberry and plum fruits and grilled oak notes. Gorgeous mix of generosity and control this is an upscore from En Primeur. 40% new oak. First year with Jean-Luc Thunevin as consultant, 48hl/ha yield. (11/03/21)."

94 points Lisa Perrotti-Brown (The Wine Independent): "Deep garnet-purple colored, the 2019 Corbin sings of juicy blackberries and fresh, ripe plum, plus wafts of black tea, wild sage, and cast-iron pan. Medium to full-bodied, it has bags of juicy berry flavors and soft texture, finishing long and spicy. (05/09/22)."

92-94 points Wine Doctor: "This has a fabulously dark and yet vibrant hue, an opaque, shimmering, mulberry black, with almost impenetrable concentration. The nose is correspondingly dark and concentrated, with smoked blackcurrant, black cherry and currant fruits, but with a floral overlay on the side, violets with a fresh, lightly mineral twist. A very correct and cool start to the palate, showing a sweet concentration and texture, run through with dark fruits, black bean, cherry and currant, with a rich, rolling bed of tannins behind. Lots of rich and ripe substance here, with a creamed concentration and plentiful extract, giving the middle and finish of the palate a great substance and spiced finish. It has lovely energy and vivacity, and very good potential. (06/20)."

93 points Jeb Dunnuck: "The 2019 Château Corbin is a complex, medium to full-bodied effort with the spicy red and black fruit character of the vintage as well as notes of dried flowers, Asian spice, chocolate, and lead pencil. Wonderfully balanced, with ripe yet present tannins, a good sense of freshness, and a great finish, it's going to drink nicely for 15-20 years. Drink 2022-2042. (04/11/22)."

93 points Antonio Galloni: "The 2019 Corbin has come together beautifully with élevage. Succulent black cherry, plum, chocolate, new leather and licorice all flesh out, giving this succulent Saint-Émilion tons of energy and sheer appeal. Attractive floral and savory accents linger on the close. Drink 2025-2039. (01/22)."

93 points William Kelley (Wine Advocate): "Whether I landed on an off bottle or simply misunderstood the wine when I tasted it a few months ago is unclear, but what is certain is that I misjudged the 2019 Corbin. Offering up inviting aromas of plums, raspberries, violets, vine smoke and raw cocoa, it's medium to full-bodied, supple and enveloping, with velvety tannins, succulent acids and an elegant, complete profile. This beautiful wine includes some 15% Cabernet Franc. (08/11/22)."

93 points Decanter: "Smooth texture, good grip of tannins with cooler blue fruit flavours - blueberries and black cherries. This is fairly classic with svelte tannins and generous fruit. The finish has cooling minty notes giving overall freshness. Some hints of cloves, dark chocolate and cinnamon too on the slightly austere finish. One to hold on to. Drink 2024-2042. (01/04/22)."