2021 Soutard Cadet
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The 2021 Château Soutard-Cadet is another gem from the Lefévère family that plays with the best out there. Based on 85% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Franc, and 5% Petit Verdot, it sports a dense purple hue as well as juicy, vibrant notes of cassis, blackberries, scorched earth, chocolate, and background oak. It's always a touch more refined and elegant compared to the Sansonnet, and the 2021 is medium to full-bodied, has terrific tannins, and a great finish. Harvested from the 5th to the 14th of October, it was vinified in a combination of tank and 500-liter barrels, and the élevage will span 16 months in 70% new barrels. Tasted twice.
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William Kelley, Wine Advocate
Antonio Galloni, Vinous
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The 2021 Soutard-Cadet offers real depth and density. Black cherry, chocolate, spice, leather, tobacco and licorice are all dialed up. Opulent and yet impeccably balanced, the 2021 has a ton to offer. One of the more overt Saint-Émilions of the year, Soutard-Cadet was impressive in two separate tastings.
The 2021 Soutard-Cadet, picked at just 12hL/ha after selection, has a lovely, very pure bouquet of black cherries, blueberry and touches of violet, showing fine delineation. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins. No great depth or grip here, yet it maintains balance and a sense of joie-de-vivre on the finish. Drink over 12–15 years.
A full and juicy red with surprising depth of fruit and fine tannins. Solid finish, too. Well done.