The 2018 Les Tourelles de Longueville is a Bordeaux blend from the Pauillac sub-region of Bordeaux, France. This red wine, with an alcohol content of 14.5%, is produced by Les Tourelles de Longueville and is recognized for its combination of Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot grapes.
Jeff Leve from TheWineCellarInsider.com awarded the wine a score of 92, describing it as a "mini version of the Grand Vin." He notes its forward blast of "sweet, ripe, juicy currants, freshness, herbs and tobacco leaf" on both the nose and palate. Leve highlights the wine's elegant texture and enjoyable drinkability, making it an outstanding second wine.
Jeb Dunnuck, who gave a slightly higher score of 93, emphasizes the Merlot dominance in the blend (66% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon, and the rest Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot). He describes the wine as a "rocking little Pauillac" with "loads of red and black currant fruits, toasted spice, dried tobacco, and earthy goodness." Dunnuck praises its rich, medium to full-bodied texture and predicts it will evolve well over the next 10-15 years.
Decanter's review, which scored the wine at 91, finds it "smooth and lined with pleasure" but notes it remains "tight and pretty austere" with prominent Pauillac tannins. They recommend drinking it between 2023-2036.
Vinous also rated the wine 92, highlighting its character and generous base of Merlot, complemented by Cabernets and Petit Verdot. The review mentions flavors of "dark cherry, plum, spice, chocolate, dried herbs, and menthol," suggesting a few years of aging for optimal enjoyment.
Wine Enthusiast awarded the 2018 Les Tourelles de Longueville a score of 93, noting its "rounded, jammy character" and "generous tannins." The review also points out chocolate and spice flavors and recommends drinking from 2025.
James Suckling gave the highest score of 94, praising its aromas of "currants, walnuts, and blackberries" and a palate with "fine, chewy tannins and a linear finish." He commends its polish and beautiful length, suggesting it be tried after 2025.
Overall, the 2018 Les Tourelles de Longueville is a well-regarded Bordeaux blend that showcases a rich, complex profile with a promising aging potential.