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Tasting notes
Score 93-94/100 · James Suckling

A firm and silky red with lovely plum and berry character plus hints of wet earth and rose petals. Medium-bodied, very fine and wonderfully juicy. Another wine with finesse and length. Mar 2017, www.jamessuckling.com

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94
94/100

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94
93-94/100

James Suckling

94
93-95/100

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93 - 95 points
Wine Enthusiast
Score 93-95/100 · Wine Enthusiast

The second wine of Château Ausone is dominated by both Cabernets, Sauvignon and Franc. It is structured and seriously dense, with plenty of firm tannins as well as delicious acidity. The structured tannins and solid concentration will allow this wine to age over the medium term. Apr 2017, Roger Voss, www.wineenthusiast.com

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

80% of the two Cabernets - young vines. Very deep crimson. Round and polished. Very grown up and glossy. Lots of drive and ripe fruit. Long and luscious. Difficult to see what is wrong with this. Except it's a little dry on the end. Apr 2017, www.jancisrobinson.com, Drink: 2024-2038

91 - 94 points
Antonio Galloni, Vinous
Score 91-94/100 · Antonio Galloni, Vinous

One of the real standouts of the vintage, the 2016 Chapelle d'Ausone is mostly young vine Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon, with a dollop of old-vine Merlot. Pliant, supple and inviting, the 2016 is flat-out delicious. Readers who can find the 2016 should not hesitate, as it is not really a second wine, but more of an accessible version of the Grand Vin.

About the producer

Château Ausone
Ausone

Ch. Ausone is one of Bordeaux’s most respected estates. At this small property, perched atop a hill overlooking the town of Saint-Emilion, the Vauthier family produces some of the finest wines in the region.

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