2010 Tour Carnet, La Bordeaux Blend

Bordeaux Blend - 5L
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REVIEWS

NM 94 JJB 93 WA 93 JS 92 WE 92 JL 91
NM 94

Neal Martin's Wine Journal, April 2011

A blend of 53% Merlot 40% Cabernet Sauvignon 5% Cabernet Franc and 2% Petit Verdot cropped at 45hl/ha this has a well defined rounded bouquet with blackberry raspberry coulis and a touch of ripe figs. Very focused and...
JJB 93

, April 2011

53% merlot 40% cabernet sauvignon 5% cabernet franc 2% petit verdot. The vineyards are composed of Gunzian gravel with subsoils of clay and limestone. Dark and brooding the nose displays aromas of ripe blue and black...
WA 93

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, February 2013

Probably La Tour Carnet’s best since their 2001, the 2010 La Tour Carnet exhibits wonderful ripeness, a dense ruby/purple color, notes of licorice, camphor and some toast as well as lots of black currant and blueberry...
JS 92

jamessuckling.com, February 2013

Impressive concentration for this appellation with aromas of prunes, plums and black pepper. Full body, with round and velvety tannins and a long finish. Tight. Better after 2015.
WE 92

Wine Enthusiast, June 2011

(90-92 points) Packed with new wood, very polished wine, its tannins smooth and velvet. It has a delicious juicy red berry fruit character that shows a fine elegance. — Roger Voss
JL 91

TheWineCellarInsider.com, April 2011

Oak spice cassis earth and mocha scents open to a powerful concentrated tannic wine with the structure to age well. There is some dryness in the finish.

WINE DETAILS

Color & Type Red
Varietal Bordeaux Blend
Country France
Region Bordeaux
Sub-region Haut Medoc
Vintage 2010
Size 5L

The 2010 La Tour Carnet Bordeaux Blend is a wine that has garnered praise from several esteemed reviewers, highlighting its robust character and exceptional quality. This wine is composed of 53% Merlot, 40% Cabernet Sauvignon, 5% Cabernet Franc, and 2% Petit Verdot, cultivated on vineyards with Gunzian gravel, clay, and limestone subsoils.

John Perry from JJ Buckley describes it as "dark and brooding," with aromas of ripe blue and black berries, currant, and earth. He notes its full-bodied nature and robust structure, attributing these qualities to the vintage. Perry recommends enjoying this wine in 5-7 years, with a potential to age well for over two decades. His review awards the wine a commendable score of 93.

Neal Martin's Wine Journal rates it slightly higher at 94, emphasizing the wine's "well-defined rounded bouquet" featuring blackberry, raspberry coulis, and ripe figs. Martin appreciates the wine's focus and poise, highlighting its bold tannins and balance, likening its finish to the Pauillac style with hints of graphite.

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate also scores the wine at 93, calling it "probably La Tour Carnet’s best since their 2001." Parker praises its "wonderful ripeness," dense ruby/purple color, and notes of licorice, camphor, and toast. He acknowledges the wine's medium to full body, sweetness of tannin, and excellent delineation. Parker anticipates the wine's maturity between 2018 and 2035, suggesting it could close down somewhat due to moderate tannins, yet remains relatively accessible for a 2010 vintage.

Overall, the 2010 La Tour Carnet Bordeaux Blend stands out as a well-structured and refined option for wine enthusiasts, with the potential for both immediate enjoyment and long-term aging.