2023 Poujeaux
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Tasting notes
This château that was hit by hail in July. The 2023 Château Poujeaux is based on close to equal parts Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, with a splash of Petit Verdot. Ripe redcurrants, cassis, leafy herbs, and some floral, graphite notes all emerge from the glass, and this medium-bodied Moulis has good overall density and depth, ripe tannins, and a solid finish. This elegant, pretty 2023 will shine right out of the gate. Tasted three times with consistent notes.
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James Suckling
Yohan Castaing, Wine Advocate
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Licorice, black currants, mint, tobacco, and cedar, with flowers open the perfume. On the palate, the wine is fresh, and filled with chewy black, with red currant, anise, spice, and flowers. There is a vibrancy that lingers on the palate, and in the finish that give the wine a real upbeat nuance. The wine blends 55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 35% Merlot, and 10% Petit Verdot, 12.5% ABV, 3.8 pH.
The 2023 Poujeaux is deep garnet-purple in color. Notions of redcurrants, cranberry sauce, and black raspberries pop from the glass, followed by hints of dried Provence herbs and pencil shavings. The medium-bodied palate is chewy and lively, with subtle red berry flavors and a succinct finish. The blend is 55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 35% Merlot, and 10% Petit Verdot.
The tight tannins and pretty fruit are very attractive now, with medium body and a juicy finish. I like it.
About the producer
The Cuvelier family, which also owns Clos Fourtet, purchased this estate in 2008. It is one of the stars of the appellation, renowned for producing wine that is well above the standard of its neighbours.