Château Les Cruzelles Lalande-de-Pomerol 2018
93/100
Robert Parker
93/100
Jeb Dunnuck
16,5/20
Jancis Robinson
92-94/100
Vinous
16/20
Bettane & Desseauve
91/100
James Suckling
90-93/100
Wine Spectator
The 2018 Les Cruzelles is composed of 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Franc, with 40% new oak and 14.5% alcohol. Deep garnet-purple in color, it bursts from the glass with dynamic aromas of crushed blackberries, juicy black cherries, and ripe plums, along with notes of menthol, dark chocolate, and star anise. The medium-bodied to full-bodied palate offers black fruit flavors, a smooth texture, and great freshness, ending with a long, lively finish. (Wine Advocate 2021). A real pleasure!
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Eye
Deep ruby red with violet highlights
Nose
With intense black and red fruit aromas, hints of wood and vanilla
Mouth
Round and powerful, full-bodied and seductive, well-balanced
Serve
Decant at 16-17°C
Open
30 minutes before
Drink before
2028
Food and wine pairings
Enjoy with duck breast, grilled rib of beef, a platter of cold cuts and cheeses...
Bettane & Desseauve
Wine rated 16/20 (Very good wine)
3-star rating (High-quality production, serving as a benchmark in its sector)
About wine:
Refined flesh, with a slender juice and great consistency in terms of balance.
About the estate:
Denis Durantou is one of the great winemakers of the right bank. Here, he brings the same care to his 10 hectares as he does to his flagship estate in Pomerol, Eglise Clinet. This wine is one of Lalande's finest, with a blend of 90% Merlot and 10% Cabernet Franc. Floral, spicy, and silky, we love its perfectly balanced, persistent, and well-integrated tannins. At €25, it offers excellent value for money.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Wine rating (2021 guide) 93/100 (Outstanding wine)
Rated estate (2021 guide) Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
About wine:
The 2018 Les Cruzelles is composed of 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Franc, with 40% new oak and 14.5% alcohol. Deep garnet-purple in color, it bursts from the glass with dynamic aromas of crushed blackberries, juicy black cherries, and ripe plums, along with notes of menthol, dark chocolate, and star anise. The medium-bodied to full-bodied palate offers black fruit flavors, a smooth texture, and great freshness, ending with a long, lively finish.
Wine Spectator
Wine rated (2019 guide) 90-93/100 (Exceptional wine)
Rated estate (2019 guide) Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Wine Spectator)
About wine:
In a style that appeals to everyone, with notes of warm plums and candied cherries at the heart and a light frame of toasted vanilla.
Jancis Robinson
Wine rated 16.5/20
Rated Recommended
Vinous
Wine rated (2019 guide) 92-94/100
Rated Recommended
About wine:
The 2018 Les Cruzelles comes from clay-gravel soil, with Merlot harvested from September 18 to 25 and Cabernet Franc on September 28, and is aged in 40% new oak. It has a more opulent bouquet and higher tone than La Chenade, offering expressive blueberry and blackcurrant fruit and becoming more floral in the glass, with iris and violet appearing. The palate is medium-bodied with succulent tannins that give weight and concentration to this exceptional Lalande de Pomerol. The lingering, spicy finish is remarkably weighty and elegant with impressive precision. Please tell me you bought this wine when it went on sale earlier this year!
James Suckling
Wine rated (2021 guide) 91/100
Rated estate (2021 guide) Recommended
About wine:
A lovely, supple wine offering aromas of cherry, berries, and slightly stewed fruit with hints of chocolate and coffee. It is medium-bodied with round tannins and a juicy finish. Already delicious. Drink now or cellar.
Jeb Dunnuck
Wine rated 93/100
Rated Recommended
Customer rating
4.3/5
based on 3 reviews
Note and opinion by Mr. FREDERIC B. Published on 10/01/2025
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