LaTour-Martillac Pessac-Léognan 2022 1.5L

97 points Jeb Dunnuck: "Cassis, blackcurrants, smoky tobacco, and scorched earth notes all emerge from the 2022 Château Latour-Martillac, a remarkably pure, medium to full-bodied Pessac-Léognan that has a great mid-palate, pure, polished tannins, no hard edges, and a great finish. Based on 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 42% Merlot, and the balance Petit Verdot, it's a brilliant 2022 that should be snatched up by readers. Drink: 2025-2055. (2/27/25)"

93-95 points Lisa Perrotti-Brown (The Wine Independent): "Deep garnet-purple in color, the 2022 Latour-Martillac Rouge swans out with showy scents of Morello cherries, blackcurrant cordial, and mulberries, leading to hints of lilacs and Sichuan pepper. The medium to full-bodied palate has a firm backbone of ripe, grainy tannins with seamless freshness to support the bright fruit, finishing long and fragrant. Drink: 2026-2042. (5/14/23)"

93-95 points Chris Kissack (Winedoctor): "This is a blend of 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 42% Merlot and 8% Petit Verdot. It has a dark and smoky nose, sweet with perfumed blackberry and violet, and a little fragrant note of liquorice, black bean and tar. The palate has harmony and cohesion, the sweet tannins wrapped up in dark chocolate and toasted liquorice, with more of those black bean and tar notes seen on the nose. I like the cohesion here, the perfume and the integration of a rich tannic structure with dark and glossy fruits. The whole is absolutely delicious, right through to the finish filled with dark fruits and shimmering tannins. A top result. The alcohol is a heady 14.5% or thereabouts. (Apr 2023)"

94 points Wine Spectator: "A youthfully compact style, with its core of red and black currant preserves sitting behind a mix of warm tar, alder and chestnut. Dark tobacco and leather notes stretch out on the finish and add a textural element, while the fruit keeps pace. Solid. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Petit Verdot. Best from 2027 through 2040. (1/22/25)"

93 points Antonio Galloni (Vinous): “The 2022 Latour-Martillac is s powerful, brooding wine, just as it was en primeur. A blast of dark red fruit, leather, spice, dried herbs and licorice are all delineated in the glass. The 2022 packs a pretty intense punch. A few years in bottle will help to some degree. Drink: 2027-2042. (Jan 2025)"

93 points Peter Moser (Falstaff): "Deep dark ruby garnet colour with opaque core and purple reflections, delicate brightening on the rim. Subtle noble oak savouriness, blackberries, black cherries, inviting bouquet. Juicy, elegant, heart cherries, good freshness, mineral and balanced, a fine, versatile food wine. (5/11/23)"