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Tasting notes
Score 84/100 · Drink 2023-2030, Neal Martin, Aug 2023

The 2006 Durfort-Vivens has an odd eucalyptus-scented nose that obscures the terroir expression. The palate is sweet with candied red cherries and orange peel, though overall, it lacks tension and feels maybe a little "pushed" in the winery. This is not particularly enjoyable. Tasted at the Durfort-Vivens dinner at Portland restaurant.

Critic scores

Critic scores
86
86/100

Average Score

16
16/20

Jancis Robinson MW

16
16/20

Jancis Robinson MW

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16 points
James Lawther MW, jancisrobinson.com
Score 16/20 · Drink 2014-2026, James Lawther MW, jancisrobinson.com, Jun 2022

70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot. Aged 18 months in barrel (43% new oak). Garnet hue with a touch of brick at the rim. Roasted and earthy on the nose with a hint of mint. Lift on the palate, the fruit present but tannins marked and slightly bitter on the finish. Strict and austere but still there, even if the finesse is missing. Ever so slightly wayward. (JL)

88 points
Jeff Leve, The Wine Cellar Insider
Score 88/100 · Jeff Leve, The Wine Cellar Insider, Oct 2021

15.5 points
Jancis Robinson MW
Score 15.5/20 · Drink 2014-2020, Jancis Robinson MW, Jan 2010

Very dark with some evolution. Rather bitter and confected. Not much fun really. (JR)

About the producer

Durfort Vivens
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Product details

Grape Blend

Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot

Colour

Red

Taste

Dry

Alcohol ABV%

13%

Classification

Deuxième Grand Cru Classé

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