Thomas Barton Reserve Saint-Émilion Grand Vin de Bordeaux 2023, France

I tasted this wine in Bordeaux at Chateau Magnol in early July as well as at my tasting desk here in Auckland. Both times as the wine opens out in glass the signature of Bordeaux comes alive with ripe dark berries framed by an earthy almost gravelly quality. Dark red and purples hues with a lighter ruby rim. The bouquet and palate reflect a floral bouquet of violets blackberry and plum, tobacco and even a hint of cigar box, dried herbs then barrel notes, clove and vanilla. A dry wine with some tautness and grip, also fruity and developing. Tannins and acidity show a chalky texture then oak with a whisper of barrel smoke. Well made with a decent finish. Best drinking from day of purchase through 2030.

93 Points

Excellent

RRP from $39.99

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