The 2018 La Rose Perriere is a Bordeaux Blend from the Lussac-Saint-Emilion appellation in Bordeaux, France. Produced by La Rose Perriere, this wine exhibits the typical characteristics of its region and varietal. It has an alcohol content of 14.5% and is sealed with a cork closure.
Robert Parker's Wine Advocate awarded this wine a score of 92 points, with Lisa Perrotti-Brown describing it as "deep garnet-purple in color" and noting its "gorgeous perfume of Black Forest cake, ripe, juicy plums, blackberry preserves and lilacs." She also highlighted suggestions of "licorice, pencil shavings, cedar chest and fragrant earth." Perrotti-Brown remarked on its "rich, sumptuous, full-bodied palate" and recommended giving it 3-4 years for the oak to fully integrate, suggesting it has the potential to evolve beautifully over the next 15 years or more.
James Suckling gave the wine a score of 90 points, pointing out its "stewed-plum, blueberry, chocolate and licorice aromas." He described it as "medium-bodied with firm, fine tannins" and noted that it is "cool and fine," making it suitable for drinking now or holding for future enjoyment.
Jeb Dunnuck rated the 2018 La Rose Perriere 91 points, calling it a "relatively modern styled Right Bank beauty." He praised its "lots of cassis, raspberry, and blueberry-like fruits" and "medium-bodied richness," along with its "pure, elegant texture" and "plenty of vanilla-laced oak." Dunnuck emphasized its "ripe tannins" and "sweetly fruited and elegant" nature, predicting it will evolve nicely over the next 10-12 years.
Antonio Galloni of Vinous also gave the wine a score of 91 points, noting that it has "come together beautifully" since he last tasted it. He described it as "rich, deep and sumptuous" with "terrific depth and density from start to finish." Galloni highlighted its "inky dark fruit, chocolate, licorice, spice, lavender and menthol" and recommended giving it a few years in the bottle for the new oak tannin to fully integrate, concluding that it is a "terrific showing from proprietor Jean-Luc Sylvain."
In summary, the 2018 La Rose Perriere is a well-regarded Bordeaux Blend with strong reviews from multiple critics. Its rich, varied flavors and potential for aging make it a noteworthy addition to any wine collection.