Chateau Kirwan 1996

Professional reviews

Robert Parker (88)

Readers should note that this property has significantly improved the quality of its wines, and now deserves a serious look in nearly every vintage. The 1996 Kirwan is a highly-extracted, rich, medium-bodied wine with a deep ruby/purple color, and ripe cassis fruit intermixed with a touch of new oak, prunes, and spice. The wine has come together nicely since I first tasted it from cask. It appears to be an excellent, nearly outstanding effort.

Winespectator (90)

Pretty plum and blackberry character. Full-bodied, with silky tannins and a fresh finish. Just starting to come right now.--'95/'96 Bordeaux retrospective.

Jancis Robinson (17)