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Tasting notes
Score 89-92/100 · Wine Spectator

A lovely beam of crushed plum and blackberry fruit is carried by velvety tannins, ending with a warm ganache note on the finish. Mar 2016, James Molesworth, www.WineSpectator.com

Critic scores

Critic scores
91
91/100

Average Score

91
89-92/100

Wine Spectator

17
17/20

Jancis Robinson MW

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17 points
Jancis Robinson MW
Score 17/20 · Jancis Robinson MW

Very dark crimson. Slight edge of Marmite/yeast extract. Then very sweet, gentle and Margauxish on the palate. Firm and impressive. Apr 2016, www.JancisRobinson.com, Drink: 2024-2038

93 points
Tim Atkin MW
Score 93/100 · Tim Atkin MW

What can be a slightly disappointing Third Growth has over-delivered in 2015. Grassy, graphite-like aromas are complemented by stylish oak, plenty of sappy fruit and impressive definition. The tannins are very slinky indeed. Apr 2016, www.timatkin.com, Drink: 2022-2030

91 points
Decanter
Score 91/100 · Decanter

Lovely expression of cassis Cabernet fruit with Margaux charm and lift. This third growth is really coming into its classification. Apr 2016, Steven Spurrier, www.Decanter.com, Drink: 2021-2030

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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