Tasting Notes

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Robert Parker Wine Advocate Lisa Perrotti-Brown - 22 Apr 21
A blend of 60% Merlot, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon and 10% Petit Verdot, the 2018 Lespault-Martillac has a deep garnet-purple color, rolling out of the glass with compelling notes of crushed blackberries, fresh blueberries and mulberries, plus wafts of underbrush, wilted roses and red earth. The medium to full-bodied palate has impressive energy, featuring firm, grainy tannins and bold freshness to support the muscular black fruits, finishing long and mineral laced. Nicely done!
Drinking Date: 2022 - 2038
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Vinous Neal Martin - 21 Mar 21
The 2018 Lespault-Martillac has a ripe bouquet of high-toned black fruit infused with mint and juniper, well defined, opulent but controlled. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins, lithe and silky-smooth. The very harmonious, lightly spiced finish lingers in the mouth. This packs in a lot of flavor without overdoing it. Very fine.
Drinking Date: 2023 - 2036
Pessac-Léognan Fine Wine

Pessac-Leognan

Pessac-Léognan, an esteemed Bordeaux appellation in the Graves region, is renowned for both red and white wines. The reds are elegant and complex, with earthy notes, blackcurrant, plum, tobacco, and graphite, supported by refined tannins and excellent ageing potential. The whites, primarily from Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon, are fresh, aromatic, and balanced, with citrus, tropical fruit, and floral notes, plus a creamy texture from barrel ageing. Top producers include Château Haut-Brion, Château La Mission Haut-Brion, Château Smith Haut Lafitte, and Château Pape Clément.