Chateau Talbot 2009

Classification	Quatrième Cru Classé
Type	Red
Producer	Chateau Talbot
Vintage	2009
Country	France
Main region	Bordeaux
Region	Saint-Julien
Grape	Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Bordeaux Blend
Volume	0,75
Condition	From Original Wooden Case
Label	Perfect
Drinkable	-2038
Stock	4

Professional reviews

Robert Parker (91)

Extremely sexy, soft, supple and opulent, with notes of cedar, herbs, incense and black currant fruit, this is a full-bodied, generously endowed but silky Talbot to drink now and over the next 20+ years. By any standard of measurement, this is irresistible.

Winespectator (91)

Dark plum and blueberry compote notes lead the way, followed by dark cocoa and tobacco. A fleshy feel runs throughout, with a stony edge adding length and balance on the finish.

James Suckling (94)

Aromas of cocoa powder and currants, follow through to a full body, with ultra-fine tannins and a juicy, berry and chocolate aftertaste. Lovely polish to this.

Jancis Robinson (17)

65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 5% Petit Verdot.
Garnet hue. Ripe and welcoming on the nose; marked by the Cabernet and terroir with dark fruit and minty, stony notes to the fore. Sweet attack with a density of fruit on the mid palate which enrobes the tannins. A solar aspect but not excessive. Fine tannins give plenty of length and drive. Already drinkable (if decanted) but still has a way to go. (JL)

Rene Gabriel (18)

Rene Gabriel rates this wine 18/20 points.