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Tasting notes

Tasting notes
Score 15.5/20 · Drink 2022-2032, Jancis Robinson MW, Jan 2016

Tasted blind. A bit sweaty on the nose. Rather austere on the finish. Sweet and minty impression overall. (JR)

Critic scores

Critic scores
88
88/100

Average Score

88
88/100

Robert Parker

17
17/20

Jancis Robinson MW

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88 points
Robert Parker
Score 88/100 · Drink 2015-2029, Robert Parker, Apr 2015

This dark, ruby/purple wine from this famous fortified chateau is indicative of a higher level of quality emerging from this perennial underachiever. The 2012 exhibits nice, sweet black cherry, strawberry and currant fruit and spicy oak, earth and spice. It is elegant, medium-bodied and best drunk over the next 12-14 years. Kudos to proprietor Jean-Jacques de Bethmann for upgrading the performance of this estate.

16 points
Jancis Robinson MW
Score 16/20 · Drink 2014-2017, Jancis Robinson MW, Oct 2014

Pungent and arresting on the nose. Lots of both fruit and definition even if it is relatively open already. Classic Léognan style. (JR)

17 points
Jancis Robinson MW
Score 17/20 · Drink 2014-2020, Jancis Robinson MW, Apr 2013

Pale greenish gold. Very lively with greenish vegetation hints. Racy and sinewy. This manages to be both appetising and deep flavoured. Good tension and raciness. So clean and fresh! (JR)

About the producer

Square Chateau Olivier
Olivier

Ch. Olivier is one of the few actual castles in Bordeaux – coming with a moat and drawbridge. Since Alexandre de Bethmann took over here in 2012, the château has been given a new lease of life, with quality on the rise.

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Product details

Grape Blend

Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot

Colour

Red

Taste

Dry

Alcohol ABV%

13.5%

Classification

Grand Cru Classé de Graves

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