"You can feel the summer heat in the texture and character of the fruit here, which has been extremely well managed, and there is a sense of elevation alongside Magrez's characteristic glamour. The plush plum aromas demonstrate its ambition and sense of forward momentum, with a touch of oak. It takes its time and is mellow on the finish. (Decanter 2021) - Delivery in wooden cases is available for orders of 6 bottles of this wine (depending on the country and shipping method selected).
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Eye
Very dark ruby color
Nose
Aromatic with notes of blackberry, flowers (violet, peony), and a hint of crushed blackcurrant, combined with subtle hints of licorice and chocolate.
Mouth
This wine expresses notes of crushed blackcurrant, fleshy strawberry, and, more subtly, small red berries, combined with delicate hints of blackberry, violet, and subtle touches of licorice.
Serve
At 15-16°C
Open
1 hour before
Drink from
2024
Drink before
2035
Production
Approximately 60,000 bottles
Food and wine pairings
Enjoy with Normandy-style pork chops, a cep mushroom omelet, or a shepherd's pie...
Decanter
Wine rated (2019 guide) 91/100
About wine:
You can feel the summer heat in the texture and character of the fruit here, which has been extremely well managed, and there is a sense of elevation alongside Magrez's characteristic glamour. The plush plum aromas demonstrate its ambition and sense of forward momentum, with a touch of oak. It takes its time and is mellow on the finish. Harvested from September 24 to October 11. Michel Rolland is a consultant. 2024-2038
Guide Hachette des vins
Rated estate (2017 guide) Award-winning wines (This producer's wines are regularly recognized by the guide)
About the estate:
One of the many properties owned by Bernard Magrez, the famous owner of Pape Clément, acquired in 1998. Set on a gravelly hilltop overlooking the estuary, this vast vineyard (96 hectares), which is home to the remains of a16th-centuryfortress, consistently produces wines of excellent quality.
Robert Parker - Wine Advocate
Wine rating (2021 guide) 91/100 (Outstanding wine)
Rated Recommended (Wine producer recommended by Robert Parker - The Wine Advocate)
About wine:
Deep garnet-purple in color, Grands Chênes 2018 bursts from the glass with exuberant notes of cooked black plums, warm blackcurrants, and boysenberries, along with hints of pencil shavings, wild sage, and crushed stone. The medium-bodied to full-bodied palate is bursting with energetic, crisp black fruit, supported by fine-grained tannins and tons of freshness, and finishes with an irresistible herbaceous force.
About the estate:
RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France
Rated estate (2017 guide) Selected (Please note that this guide is a ranking and, as such, all the estates listed in it, even those without stars, represent, in our opinion, the excellence of French production.)
About the estate:
This property in northern Médoc, taken over by Bernard Magrez in 1998, has always produced solid, straightforward wines. They are vinified in the same spirit as all the group's properties, expressing richness, power, and concentration, with an imposing woody base, while preserving a pleasant freshness on the finish. Lovers of this style of expressive wines will find something to their liking here.
James Suckling
Wine rated (2021 guide) 93/100
About wine:
Blackberry and blackcurrant on the nose, with cloves, damp earth, and a hint of orange zest. It is medium-bodied with firm, elegant tannins. Beautiful precision and development with notes of spice and nuts coming through on the finish. Try from 2024.
Yves Beck
Wine rated (2020 guide) 90/100
About wine:
The style has definitely changed! An inviting bouquet marked by notes of raspberries and blackberries. Delicious and balanced on the palate. The wine is juicy and supported by tight but well-integrated tannins. A wine that deserves a little aging. 2023-2036
Vert de Vin
Wine rated (2019 guide) 90/100 (Jonathan Choukroun Chicheportiche)
About wine:
The nose is aromatic. It reveals notes of blackberry, flowers (violet, peony) and, more subtly, crushed blackcurrant, combined with delicate hints of licorice and chocolate. The palate is fruity and balanced, offering good definition, a lovely mineral structure, fine texture, deliciousness, elegance, and a pleasant touch. On the palate, this wine expresses notes of crushed blackcurrant, fleshy strawberry and, more subtly, small fleshy/crushed red berries, combined with subtle hints of blackberry, violet and delicate touches of licorice, toast and an imperceptible hint of vanilla/chocolate (in the background). Good length. The tannins are well-integrated and refined.
The Wine Cellar Insider - Jeff Leve
Wine rated (2021 guide) 91/100
About wine:
Round, lush, juicy, sweet, and fresh, ripe cherries come through loud and clear. The oak is close to full integration, now you find smoke, flowers, earth, and licorice with a touch of espresso to accompany all the ripe and delicate fruits. This is one of the best vintages from Les Grands Chênes. The wine was made from 60% Merlot and 40% Cabernet Sauvignon.
Customer rating
2.5/5
based on 2 reviews
Review and opinion by Ms. MARTINE C. Published on 11/25/2023
Of the 16 bottles purchased, two were very good and consistent with the one we had tasted before ordering in bulk; the rest were sour and undrinkable.
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Review and opinion by Mr. GILLES L. Published on 12/31/2023
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