Young, concentrated, intense, one of the more succulent 2011s that I have tasted recently. Has tobacco and cedar aromatics that punch right through the black fruits, fine but firm tannins, well constructued and gently unveils its mix of fruit, smoke and freshness. Excellent quality, you can begin to drink this now, but the tannins are still chewy on the tongue, and it is only at the beginning of its drinking window. 60% new oak, 42l/h yield, Eric Boissenot consultant.

The Saint Pierre is a blend of 81% Cabernet Sauvignon 15% Merlot and 4% Cabernet Franc. It has a wonderful bouquet that equals the 2009 and 2010 with superb delineation and focus surfeit with exuberant red fruit. The palate is medium-bodied with mineral rich raspberry and strawberry fruit struck through with graphite and tobacco. Very poised on the finish this is a very impressive Saint Julien. Tasted April 2012.

This 2011 boasts a dense ruby/purple color as well as copious notes of creme de cassis incense lead pencil shavings and perhaps a hint of truffles. Medium to full-bodied with surprising density impressive purity decent acidity and serious length this St.-Julien should easily last for two decades or more.While the 2011 Saint-Pierre will not make anyone forget the 2009 or 2010 it is an outstanding effort.