A little subdued, with some austerity to the tannins on the opening, but this has plenty of Left Bank typicity, cocoa dusting, bilberry, raspberry leaf, finessed. 81ha in prouction, unfined, light filtration, 100% new oak for ageing. Earliest harvest until 2022, September 7 to 27, 53hl/h yield, Michel-Bernard Couasnon consultant.

Whether it is due to the vintage or to Gautreau, the ferocity of the tannins in many 2011 Medocs seems relatively tame, but there is no lacking concentration in this wine, which is clearly of classified growth quality. It boasts a dense purple color along with abundant notes of creme de cassis, crushed rocks and spring flowers. Medium-bodied and super-rich, it is a real revelation in a vintage such as 2011. Given its precociousness and silky tannins, it can be drunk in 2-3 years, or cellared for two decades. - Robert M. Parker, Jr.

55% cabernet sauvignon 40% merlot 5% cabernet franc and the balance petit verdot on more than 50 hectares of gravelly soils with. The property sits right on the Gironde just to the north of St. Estephe. Average vine age is 30+ years. Deep purple in color heady dark fruit dominates the bouquet which is accompanied by earthy gravelly tones. Medium-bodied the black fruit flavors are supple and approachable. Good balance. Enjoy a couple of years after release and over the following 7-12 years.