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Tasting notes

Tasting notes
Score 16.5/20 · Drink 2012-2018, Julia Harding MW, jancisrobinson.com, Nov 2011

Rich on the nose – cassis and plum and only a little leafy. Firm, savoury and good density for this vintage. Not very expressive but has depth and savour. (JH)

Critic scores

Critic scores
80
80/100

Average Score

80
78-81/100

Robert Parker

80
78-81/100

Robert Parker

More reviews and scores

14.5 points
Jancis Robinson MW
Score 14.5/20 · Drink 2012-2015, Jancis Robinson MW, Oct 2009

Quite pale ruby crimson. Not much nose, and pretty austere palate. Some real hardness. Can't see this ever becoming a swan. (JR)

78 - 81 points
Robert Parker
Score 78-81/100 · Robert Parker, Apr 2008

Rated - No tasting note given.

16.5 points
Jancis Robinson MW
Score 16.5/20 · Drink 2010-2016, Jancis Robinson MW, Apr 2008

Leather and freshness and certainly some character on the nose. Lift and life. No great concentration and a slightly inky finish but not bad and not too forced into a false impression of great ripeness. (JR)

About the producer

Ch. Desmirail
Desmirail

Purchased by Lucien Lurton in 1980, Ch. Desmirail has been managed by his son Denis Lurton since 1992. Gradually they have worked to restore the property, with a new winery and more precision in the vineyards.

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Product details

Grape Blend

Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot

Colour

Red

Taste

Dry

Alcohol ABV%

13%

Classification

Troisième Grand Cru Classé

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