2009 Château Vieux-Maillet

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Tasting notes
Score 89-91/100 · Drink 2010-2025, Robert Parker, Apr 2010

The finest wine I have ever tasted from this estate, the 2009 exhibits a dense purple color, lots of caramelized black currant and cherry fruit, hints of espresso and earth, and a dense, plump, corpulent personality. It is ideal for drinking over the next 10-15 years. (Tasted once.)

Critic scores

Critic scores
90
90/100

James Suckling

81
80-82/100

Neal Martin

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16.5 points
Jancis Robinson MW
Score 16.5/20 · Drink 2017-2026, Jancis Robinson MW, Mar 2010

Deep purple. Intense and floral with deep undertow. Very sweet and then a little charcoal-like chew on the finish. Lots of acidity. Embryonic but quite dramatic. Tarry finish. (JR)

90 points
James Suckling
Score 90/100 · James Suckling

Aromas of black olives, sweet tobacco and dark fruits follow through to a full body, with silky tannins and a delicately fruity finish. Balanced. Better in 2015. James Suckling, jamessuckling.com

80 - 82 points
Neal Martin
Score 80-82/100 · Neal Martin

Tasted at Chateau Clinet. This is certainly showing sur-maturite on the nose with unavoidable prune/raisin notes and some volatility. The palate is full-bodied, soft entry but lacking freshness, particularly on the Rioja-like finish. Tasted April 2010.

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Vieux Maillet
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Colour

Red

Taste

Dry

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