Warm fruity nose with dark plums, some orange zest and violets. Very juicy and vibrant fruit on the palate with good depth and structure. Long and focused with ripe finely textured tannins. Already very enjoyable to drink, but tannins will integrate further over the next two years.

The yields in 2010 were virtually nothing – a mere 12 hectoliters per hectare – and the wine, a blend of 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Franc is a big, powerful, full-bodied, rich wine that in many ways reflects the generous cuisine of this famous bistro. Full-bodied, with a dense opaque/purple color and notes of creosote, truffle, blackberry and black raspberry, the wine also has a floral note and hints of crushed rock, giving it a certain minerality. The precision of the 2010 is there because of good acidity. Forget this dense, back-strapping, intense wine for 4-5 years and drink it over the following two decades. It tips the scales at 14.7 % natural alcohol. - Robert Parker

Rich, silky, lush, concentrated, fresh and focused on ripe plums, licorice, black cherries and espresso bean that are further complicated by floral notes. This is still quite young. Yet, due to its ripe tannins and round textures, with air, you can drink this today. Or let it sleep for a few more years if you have patience. Read more at:https://www.thewinecellarinsider.com/search-wine-tasting-notes/?szSearch=2010+Chateau+Louis