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Score 90/100 · Drink 2017-2030, Robert Parker, Feb 2012

This is a big, serious, back-strapping wine meant for long-term aging. In fact, I wouldn't touch it for another 4-5 years. It is clearly the most masculine, concentrated and structured wine of the Canon-Fronsac area. A lot of Merlot is in the wine, but Cabernet Franc and possibly a little Cabernet Sauvignon are also included. This inky purple wine displays notes of Asian plum sauce, creme de cassis and blackberry liqueur as well as a hint of lead pencil shavings. Big, full-bodied, and seriously endowed, this massive Canon-Fronsac needs time to calm down. However, everything is present - acidity, tannin, extract and substantial richness. This is an impressive wine as well as a sleeper of the vintage. Anticipated maturity: 2017-2030.

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90/100

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90
90/100

Robert Parker

90
90/100

Robert Parker

More reviews and scores

16.5 points
Jancis Robinson MW
Score 16.5/20 · Drink 2013-2023, Jancis Robinson MW, Mar 2010

Dark and refreshing in a elderberry soda pop sort of way.  Lots of flavour lurks here! (JR)

90 points
Robert Parker
Score 90/100 · Robert Parker

This is a big, serious, back-strapping wine meant for long-term aging. In fact, I wouldn't touch it for another 4-5 years. It is clearly the most masculine, concentrated and structured wine of the Canon-Fronsac area. A lot of Merlot is in the wine, but Cabernet Franc and possibly a little Cabernet Sauvignon are also included. This inky purple wine displays notes of Asian plum sauce, creme de cassis and blackberry liqueur as well as a hint of lead pencil shavings. Big, full-bodied, and seriously endowed, this massive Canon-Fronsac needs time to calm down. However, everything is present - acidity, tannin, extract and substantial richness. This is an impressive wine as well as a sleeper of the vintage. Anticipated maturity: 2017-2030. Feb 2012, www.robertparker.com

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Moulin Pey Labrie
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Grape Blend

Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon

Colour

Red

Taste

Dry

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