The 2015 Guinaudeau "G" Acte 7 is a Bordeaux blend composed of 55% Merlot and 45% Cabernet Franc, produced by Sylvie et Jacques Guinaudeau. This red wine from Bordeaux, France, presents a deep garnet-purple color and is sealed with a cork closure. It has an alcohol content of 14.0%.
Decanter awarded this wine a score of 93 and described it as having a distinct and special nose, attributing its impressive structure to the massal selection from old Cabernet Franc vines. "It subtly builds up layers across your palate, and while it will take some time to soften, the grip and balance tells you it's going to be worth the wait," notes the reviewer, who also highlighted its potential for aging, recommending a drinking window from 2020 to 2032.
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate also gave the wine a score of 93. Reviewer Lisa Perrotti-Brown praised its complex aromatic profile, which includes "gorgeous plum preserves, spice cake, and oolong tea notes with hints of kirsch, blueberry preserves, and Sichuan pepper plus a waft of potpourri." The palate is described as medium to full-bodied with fine-grained tannins and a long, impactful finish that promises excellent aging potential.
James Suckling rated the wine even higher at 94 points, emphasizing its "plenty of iodine, plums, and black cherries that follow through to a heart of fruit and very polished tannins that melt in your mouth." According to Suckling, the wine is both fresh and lively, and it can be enjoyed now or held for further aging.
Jeb Dunnuck also awarded the wine 94 points, likening it to a "mini-Lafleur" with "darker raspberry, violets, and floral aromas and flavors." Dunnuck praised its purity, elegance, and finesse, suggesting that it will be enjoyable for another 10-15 years.
Jeff Leve gave the wine a score of 91, highlighting its supple and soft texture with "a minty, tobacco edge to the sweet, soft cherries and plums at its core."
Overall, the 2015 Guinaudeau "G" Acte 7 has been well-received by critics, with particular praise for its aromatic complexity, structured tannins, and potential for aging.