Professional reviews
Robert Parker (89)
It is good to see this wine showing much better from bottle than it did from barrel, where it had a certain leanness and herbaceousness. There is still a hint of dried herbs in the classy nose of red and black currants, cedar wood, and spice box. The wine has a deep ruby/purple-tinged color, excellent density, and medium body in an elegant style with a hint of road tar and sweet fruit. It should drink well young but age nicely for 12-15 years. Make no mistake about it, it has nowhere near the size, dimension, power, and intensity of the 2003. Of course, this estate is now being run by Bruno Borie, the eldest son of the late Jean-Eugene Borie. He replaced his younger brother, Xavier Borie, who remains fully responsible for Grand-Puy-Lacoste and Haut-Batailley.
Winespectator (90)
Aromas of tobacco, currant and cigar box follow through to a full body, with silky, refined tannins and a clean, focused finish. Caressing and very pretty.
Rene Gabriel (17)
Rene Gabriel rates this wine 17/20 points.
BOW (8)
Falstaff (92)
Dark ruby garnet, delicate brightening, broad watery rim. Initially restrained on the nose, delicate leafy-vegetal nuances, fine hints of cherry confit, a hint of orange zest, tobacco nuances. Medium complexity on the palate, sweet, fine wild berry fruit, fresh structure, already balanced, has charm, developed, early accessible style, fine fruity finish, nuances of subtle roasted notes, cedar wood and spices in the aftertaste.
