(BH92-95 points) Here the wood treatment is a bit more discreet though it’s still not subtle on the exceptionally cool and fresh but ripe nose that offers up plenty of sauvage and earth hints that suffuse the black cherry and lilac scents. The dense, bold and overtly muscular and powerful big-bodied flavors possess an abundance of sappy extract that coats the palate and buffers the extremely firm tannic spine on the immensely persistent finish that is less austere than it usually is. This is breathtakingly good and despite my extended drinking window, it should be approachable after only 7 to 8 years. 2035+

Spice and smoke aromas and flavors frame the wild cherry and berry fruit in this linear, intense red. There is a savage quality here, even to the tannins, which will need some time to be absorbed. The lengthy aftertaste evokes chalk and underbrush notes. Best from 2022 through 2042. From France. — B.S.

The upper-most climat facing east. This delivers bright, fragrant dark cherries on the nose, as well as chalky, stony accents and a slightly smoky edge. The palate has a very plush and succulent core and a fine, detailed and energetic mouthfeel. Great depth. Best from 2022. - Nick Stock