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2013 - Pape Clement, Pessac-Leognan

Tasting Notes

90
Vinous Neal Martin - 01 Aug 23
The 2013 Pape Clément has a perfectly capable nose, lifted brambly red fruit, touches of brown spice, sous-bois and perhaps more energy than some of its peers. The palate is medium-bodied with acceptable definition, clearly more fruit concentration with a tad more sweetness and grip on the finish. If I were buying a Pessac-Léognan from this maligned vintage, it might well be this. Tasted at Bordeaux Index's 10-Year On tasting.
Drinking Date: 2023 - 2034
90
Inside Bordeaux Jane Anson - 22 Feb 23
The grilled oak feels a touch intrusive on the nose, although it is melted away on the palate, and the tannic frame is still lending form and grip. Gentle black fruits, edges of liqourice, this is enjoyabe but falls away on the finish. So hard to maintain momentum in this vintage. 60% new oak, harvest October 3 to 5.
Drinking Date: 2023 - 2036