Château Carbonnieux Pessac-Léognan rouge 2021 - Grand Cru Classé

Bettane & Desseauve

About the domain :

Owned since 1956 by the endearing Perrin family, this great classic of the Pessac-Léognan appellation seduces both by its volume of production, especially in white, and by the consistency and typicity of its style. The very pale whites are fresh, lively and superbly fine, but since 2009 they have gained in richness of constitution. The reds have gained enormously in power and density, and rival the very best.

Guide Hachette des vins

About the wine:

Thirty-five percent new oak in the ageing of this Cru Classé, which makes the most of a difficult vintage. Notes of fresh blackcurrant brighten a smoky, roasted nose. The ageing pleasantly coats a graceful, fresh palate, curved by fine tannins that let the red fruit express itself in a light, relaxed finish. Good taste and medium ageing potential. 2025-2029

Robert Parker - Wine Advocate

RVF - La Revue du Vin de France / Guide des Meilleurs Vins de France

About the domain :

Brothers Éric and Philibert Perrin, along with their sister Christine Lescuyer, continue to drive forward this important estate, which in the space of a decade has evolved considerably, producing delicious wine with great consistency. The new generation is arriving, and the 2019 vintage has been brilliantly vinified by young Andréa Perrin. Elegant and refreshing, the whites have gained in expressivity while becoming fatter in the middle palate. They won't age forever, and we advise you to enjoy them within the first five years after bottling. However, a few great years can reserve magical surprises for aging. The reds, serious and regular, although often austere in their youth, have also gained in body density. They never taste as well as between five and ten years of age. The vineyard is continuing its restructuring program, replacing Sauvignon Blanc on the fine gravel terroirs with Cabernet Sauvignon.

Wine Enthusiast

About the wine:

Owned by the Perrin family, this great estate has produced an impeccable and impressive wine. Rich tannins and dense black fruits are marked by ripe, juicy acidity and spices from the wood ageing. It needs aging, and can be enjoyed from 2028. - Roger Voss

Vinous A. Galloni

About the wine:

Carbonnieux 2021 is an absolute delight. It offers an exotic blend of black fruits, espresso, licorice, cloves, leather and lavender. Deep, savory and very expressive, 2021 has so much to do, so much to offer. Cabernet Sauvignon takes center stage, which is reflected in the wine's overall structure and aroma typicity. 2028-2046

James Suckling

Yves Beck

About the wine:

The inviting bouquet of Carbonnieux 2021 reveals nuances of blackcurrant, blackberry and licorice wood. Harmonious in character, the wine is carried by velvety tannins that ensure good density and underline the elegant side. Charm and flavor in 2021; bravo! 2025-2036

Vert de Vin

About the wine:

The nose is fresh and fruity, with good definition, a little power and an airy approach. There are notes of fresh/ripe wild blackcurrant, black berries and, to a lesser extent, racy gravel/graphite, combined with hints of violet, camphor, lily and a subtle hint of varietal, almost mocha and Madagascar pepper. The palate is nicely fresh and juicy, with a lovely acidic structure, tension, energy, dynamism, definition, fine concentration, fine grain and a hint of infusion. On the palate, this wine expresses notes of fresh/juicy wild blackcurrant, wild blackberry and, more slightly, violet, combined with hints of small black berries, graphite, camphor, very discreet hints of zan, almond and a subtle, almost iodized, seductive touch. Good length. Elegant, sapid and suave tannins. Good work on the bitters.