The 2018 Prieure-Lichine is a Bordeaux blend from the Margaux region of France, known for its rich concentration and balance. This red wine, boasting an alcohol content of 13.5%, combines 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30% Merlot, and 5% Petit Verdot, and is aged in 45% new French oak.

James Suckling praises the wine, giving it a score of 94, noting its "full-bodied" nature with "tight, chewy tannins" that are "beautifully polished and composed," advising that it will be best enjoyed after 2024. Wine Enthusiast's Roger Voss awards this vintage an impressive 95, highlighting its "generous richness" coupled with "fine tannins and pure black-currant acidity," suggesting a drinking window from 2027 onwards.

Decanter also scores it 94, appreciating how Prieuré Lichine has captured "rich concentration in the cassis and blackberry fruits," complemented by "vibrant strands of acidity and tannin." Meanwhile, Robert Parker's Wine Advocate offers a slightly lower score of 91, with Lisa Perrotti-Brown describing it as "delicately played with bags of freshness" and a finish with "an herbal lift."

Jeff Leve and Jeb Dunnuck both rate the wine 94 and 93 respectively. Leve describes it as "rich, concentrated, lush, round and polished," while Dunnuck notes its "pure black and blue fruits" and "terrific overall balance." Wine Spectator and Jane Anson each give it a score of 92, with Wine Spectator commenting on its "very bright" nature and Anson highlighting its "powerful tannins" and "touches of chocolate, brioche, creamy smoked toffee and cocoa."

Overall, the 2018 Prieure-Lichine is a well-structured wine with potential for long aging, praised for its richness, concentration, and balance across multiple reviews.