The 2016 Du Tertre, a Bordeaux Blend from the Margaux region of France, showcases a harmonious blend of ripe fruit and complex aromatics typical of its appellation. This wine, crafted by Du Tertre, is noted for its medium to full-bodied profile and silky texture, featuring an alcohol content of 13%.
James Suckling awarded this vintage an impressive 94 points, highlighting its "extremely deep and ripe" nose with aromas of dried berries, chocolate, and plum, complemented by "round and soft tannins" leading to a flavorful finish. Wine Enthusiast also rated it 94 points, noting the wine's initial austerity that evolves into a display of rich fruits and structure, emphasizing that it will not be ready to drink before 2025.
Contrastingly, Robert Parker's Wine Advocate gave the wine 90 points, describing it as "medium-bodied, lean and soft" with earthy undertones, and a garnet-purple hue. Wine Spectator, with a score of 91, appreciated its seamless layers of damson plum, bitter cherry, and savory notes, culminating in a silky, persistent finish.
Additional reviews provide further insights into its character. Jeff Leve, scoring it 92, remarked on its "fresh, spicy, peppery" profile enriched with earth, flowers, and leafy herbs. Vinous' Antonio Galloni noted the wine's "finesse and refinement," suggesting a drinking window over the next 10-15 years, while Neal Martin from Vinous highlighted its "harmonious, focused palate" and "good mineralité."
Decanter's review, also at 92 points, described it as "powerful, intense and concentrated," with a suggestion that it will age well. Jeb Dunnuck praised its "classic perfume" and elegance, recommending a similar aging potential. Overall, the 2016 Du Tertre presents a well-rounded Margaux experience, promising continued development with time.