The 2018 d'Armailhac, a Bordeaux blend from the Pauillac region, is a standout vintage, particularly noted for its depth and intensity. This wine is composed of 55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Franc, and 5% Petit Verdot, and is marked by its deep garnet-purple color.

James Suckling awarded it a high score of 95, highlighting its "complex aromas of blackcurrant, black olive, clove, oyster shell, pencil lead, and tobacco." He praises its concentrated nature and suggests it is a "fantastic bottle" to try from 2026. Jeff Leve echoes this sentiment, describing it as "the darkest vintage of d'Armailhac" he has encountered, with a rich blend of "smoke, tobacco leaf, blackberries, and plums."

The wine has received consistent praise across the board, with Wine Enthusiast's Roger Voss noting it as a "ripe, juicy wine with great freshness and swathes of black-currant fruits." He anticipates its readiness from 2025. Jeb Dunnuck lauds its structure and finish, describing it as a "full-bodied, concentrated Pauillac" with "awesome notes of camphor, new leather, cedar pencil, chocolate, and cassis."

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate and Wine Spectator both scored the wine 93, appreciating its energetic and expressive nature. The Advocate's Lisa Perrotti-Brown mentions "flamboyant scents of Morello cherries, black raspberries, blackcurrant jelly, and rose oil," while Wine Spectator highlights its "ripe cassis, plum sauce, and raspberry purée flavors."

Decanter affirms it as one of the most concentrated d'Armailhacs in recent decades, attributing this to the "extremely small and concentrated berries." This vintage, with its blend of rich fruit and structured tannins, promises great value and longevity, making it an excellent choice for both immediate enjoyment and long-term cellaring.