Chateau du Tertre 2022

Classification	Cru Classe
Type	Red
Brand	Chateau du Tertre
Vintage	2022
Country	France
Region	Bordeaux, Margaux
Grape	Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, Bordeaux Blend
Alcohol %	14%
Volume	0,75
Condition	Perfect
Label	Perfect
Drinkable	2025-2037
Stock	12
Volume	0,375
Drinkable	2025-2037
Stock	24

Professional reviews

Robert Parker (94)

The 2022 du Tertre has realized the potential it showed from barrel, offering up complex aromas of cassis, plums, pencil shavings and violets, followed by a medium to full-bodied, layered and velvety palate that's rich and textural, with lively acids, powdery tannins and a long, delicately minty finish. It's an unusual blend of 57% Cabernet Sauvignon, 23% Cabernet Franc, 15% Merlot and 5% Petit Verdot, which no doubt contributes to its singular style.

Winespectator (93)

Offers a gush of boysenberry and mulberry puree, along with notes of violet, anise and black tea. A subtle sanguine thread stitches the finish gently, letting the fruit spill through with a flourish. Built for the near term, too. Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Petit Verdot. Drink now through 2035. 4,400 cases made, 850 cases imported.

James Suckling (95)

This is very structured and intense with blackberries, currants, walnuts and chocolate. Fresh tobacco as well. Full-bodied, it has lovely fruit and a flavorful finish. A succulent and juicy red. One of the best ever from here. Leave it alone for two or three years. Best after 2028.

Jancis Robinson (16.50)

57% Cabernet Sauvignon, 23% Cabernet Franc, 15% Merlot and 5% Petit Verdot.
Intense nose. Quite 'sharp' with notable acidity. Not the most mellifluous, nor the most concentrated, but the tannins have been well managed. Could do with just a little more life. (JR)

Vinous (92)

The 2022 du Tertre is a rich, dense wine. Inky dark blue/purplish fruit, lavender, licorice and sweet spice all meld together. This is an especially open-knit Margaux, particularly considering Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc drive the blend.

Jeb Dunnuck (94)

Inky black and blue fruit, crushed stone, graphite, and smoky tobacco notes all emerge from the 2022 Château Du Tertre, a rich, powerful wine from this château that has medium to full-bodied richness, ripe, velvety yet building tannins, and a great finish. Based on 57% Cabernet Sauvignon, 23% Cabernet Franc, 15% Merlot, and the balanced Petit Verdot, it spent 18 months in 60% new barrels. Give bottles 4-6 years and enjoy over the following two decades.

Decanter (93)

Creamy and gentle, this almost feels a bit too restrained but it slowly opens revealing blackcurrant fruit, menthol-edged tannins and a lick of vanilla on the finish. Sweet, sun-kissed fruit is at the fore with fine tannins that give a subtle grip. Well worked, balanced and clean. It's maybe missing a touch more acidity to lift the profile but I think it really works with no excesses in any one aspect.