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The F-Word: Bordeaux 2017 (May 2018)

The 2017 de Pressac was not affected by frost and was green harvested because of the potentially large crop. Matured in 50% new oak, it has a well defined bouquet with nicely integrated oak: blackberry, raspberry and light cedar scents developing in the glass. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannin, not a deep Saint-Émilion…

2017 Bordeaux – Mirror, Mirror on The Wall… (Mar 2020)

A sleeper in this vintage, the 2017 de Pressac is deep, plush and wonderfully expressive, with a bit more finesse than I have seen here in the past. The 2017 possesses terrific energy to match its translucent personality. Sweet floral, blood orange and spice nuances add striking aromatic top notes, The 2017 is pure class….

1995 and 1994 Bordeaux (May 1996)

Very good deep color. Nose of spicy berries and licorice features an exotic note of citric skin. Attractive floral, ripe fruit offers spicy berry flavor. Finishes with good grip and length, and tannins under control. An impressive showing.

Looking The Part: Pichon-Baron 1953 – 2015 (Jan 2019)

The 1991 Pichon-Baron has a light, dusty, slightly green bouquet that represents a big comedown from the highs of the previous two years. The palate is foursquare, hard and rather mean, with a severe lack of fruit on the hollow finish. This is simply past its best. Tasted at the Pichon-Baron vertical at the château.

Bordeaux 2010: All That Glitters… (May 2011)

(a 50/50 blend of cabernet sauvignon and merlot; 50% selection for the grand vin; 50% new oak) Deep ruby. Deep, restrained aromas of black plum, blackcurrant, graphite and black pepper: very typical of merlot on calcaire, where this variety usually expresses itself with much darker fruit. Then thick, rich and satisfying on the palate, with…

The 2010 Clarets: A Modern Classic (Jul 2013)

Good bright ruby-red. Vibrant aromas of black cherry, licorice, minerals, cigar box and cedary oak. Juicy and fine-grained, showing unusual clarity and class for this Pauillac. A lovely balance of sweetness and acidity gives this wine plenty of early personality. Finishes with suave, building tannins and very good energy. Less austere than usual for this…