92 points,

James Suckling, jamessuckling.com, April 2012

Soft and velvety with lovely ripe tannins and a citrus, mineral and blueberry character. Long and intense. Nicely done for the vintage.

92 -94 points,

Neal Martin's Wine Journal, April 2012

Tasted at the property and then at the Syndicat de Pomerol. The Le Gay is a blend of 90% Merlot and 10% Cabernet Franc picked on 16th September. It has a well defined bouquet with ripe dark cherries, cassis and crushed violet: a more feminine take on Le Gay. The palate is medium-bodied with tensile tannins on the entry. It has good acidity and weight. It does not present the explosion on the finish like the 2009 or 2010, but it is linear and controlled, quite reserved even. Excellent, although there is a metallic note lingering on the aftertaste that I hope will dissipate by the time of bottling. Tasted April 2012.

Neil Mechanic, JJ Buckley, April 2012

90% merlot and 10% cabernet franc. From a 10.5-hectare estate on the Pomerol plateau, vines average 50+ years in age planted in clay, gravel and limestone. Harvesters pick in blocks, at three different times to ensure optimal ripeness. Polished and expressive nose with cranberry, crab apple, and dark plum aromas, transitioning into licorice and clove. Enticing plum flavors linger on the palate, along with medium-firm tannins, remarkably soft and approachable fruit and good balance. This is one of several fine examples demonstrating why Pomerol is a standout appellation in 2011. About 1,250 cases produced. Michel Rolland consults. Enjoy 2018-2030.

92 -94 points,

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, April 2012

Dense and masculine with an inky/purple color, the 2011 Le Gay offers notes of truffles, roasted meats, black fruits, graphite and flowers. It is a powerful, rich Pomerol with stunning intensity and a long finish. This burly, full-throttle effort has a lot in common with the style of Trotanoy (even though the terroirs are different). Give it 3-4 years of cellaring and drink it over the following two decades.

91 -94 points,

Wine Spectator, April 2012

This isn't shy about its toast, with mocha and spice aromas boldly leading the way, but there's serious flesh too, with açaí berry, blueberry and blackberry notes all melded together and driving through the anise-tinged finish. A strong showing.

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