94 points James Suckling: "This shows beauty and balance for the vintage with delicious crushed-berry and chocolate aromas and flavors. Medium to full body, creamy tannins and a flavorful finish. One of the best QEs in a long time. Drink after 2022. (12/13/19)"
91 points Wine Spectator: "Bright savory and tobacco leaf notes jump to the fore, while the core of red and black currant preserves unwinds slowly. Fine chalky minerality harnesses everything through the finish, leaving a mouthwatering feel. Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc. Best from 2021 through 2030. (2020)"
91 points Jane Anson (Decanter): "This is a success for an estate that has now seen ten years under the stewardship of Cheval Blanc, undergoing lots of replanting and reworking of the vineyards, as well as changing the way they work in the cellar. There was no frost here thanks to their proximity to the town of Libourne. The vines are on gravelly soils from the river bed, as on the Pomerol plateau, and the lack of water over the summer meant the Cabernet Sauvignon did better than the Cabernet Franc. There is still the slightest dip of savoury fruit, reflecting the vintage conditions, but this is coupled with a freshness and juiciness that I really like, alongside touches of florality and some clean redcurrant, raspberry and brambled fruits. The tannins are fine and the acidity is good without being sharp. Matured in 500l casks, 50% new, for 12 months. Drinking Window: 2023-2036. (Apr 2018)"
Product SKU | 340469 |
Producer | Quinault l'Enclos |
Country | France |
Region | Bordeaux |
SubRegion | Right Bank |
Appellation | St-Émilion |
Varietal | Cabernet/Bordeaux Blends |
Designation | Grand Cru |
Vintage | 2017 |
Size | 750ml |
Color | Red |
ABV | 13.0% |
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