2019 Cantenac Brown Bordeaux Blend

Bordeaux Blend - 750ML
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REVIEWS

JL 96 JS 95 DC 94 JA 94 WA 94 TWI 94 JD 93 WS 93 VN 92
JL 96

TheWineCellarInsider.com, March 2022

The best vintage from Cantenac Brown in a while opens with a showy display of flowers, espresso, thyme, black cherries, plums, tobacco and earthy, aromatics. Richly-textured, with soft, polished tannins and a wealth of...
JS 95

jamessuckling.com, January 2022

This has subtle aromas of blackcurrants and blueberries with hints of just-picked violets, light vanilla, licorice and crushed stones. Forest-floor notes, too. Medium to full body, layers of firm tannins and a velvety...
DC 94

Decanter, January 2022

Good expression on the nose full of bramble fruit aromas. Nicely framed, this has an initial ripe, jammy sweetness - raspberries and strawberries but also touches of dark black fruit and liquorice. Quite a suave style...
JA 94

janeanson.com, October 2021

Plenty to grip on to with here, with textured damson and black cherry fruit. Feels deft and well-worked, with a confident tannic frame and enticing layers of espresso and black chocolate. Tristan le Lous is the new owner...
WA 94

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate, April 2022

(94+ points) The 2019 Cantenac Brown is a brilliant wine from José Sanfins and his team. Unwinding in the glass with deep aromas of wild berries, licorice, loamy soil, burning embers and violets, it's medium to...
TWI 94

The Wine Independent, May 2023

The 2019 Cantenac Brown has a deep garnet-purple color. It sings of black cherry compote, wild blueberries, and dark chocolate, leading to hints of violets, underbrush, and menthol. The medium-bodied palate delivers...
JD 93

jebdunnuck.com, April 2022

The 2019 Château Cantenac Brown is terrific, surpassing the 2018. Lots of ripe black and blue fruits as well as scorched earth, leather, and crushed stone notes define the bouquet, and it's a rich, medium to full-bodied...
WS 93

Wine Spectator, January 2022

Shows the hallmarks of the vintage, with steeped plum, blackberry and boysenberry fruit paste flavors that are broad and lush, while singed wood, violet and anise notes filter in. Features underlying freshness, with...
VN 92

Vinous, February 2023

(92+ points) The 2019 Cantenac Brown has a fragrant and pure bouquet with blackberry, raspberry and wild heather scents, very winsome. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins, fleshy, and fine acidity. One of the...

WINE DETAILS

Color & Type Red
Varietal Bordeaux Blend
Country France
Region Bordeaux
Sub-region Margaux
Vintage 2019
Size 750ML
Closure Cork

The 2019 Cantenac Brown, a distinguished Bordeaux Blend from the renowned region of Margaux, France, is a testament to the deft craftsmanship of its producer. A clear reflection of its vintage, this red wine captures the essence of Bordeaux's winemaking tradition with a contemporary touch.

Brimming with a tantalizing array of flavors and aromas, this wine presents a symphony of sensory experiences. The subtle bouquet of blackcurrants and blueberries, accentuated with hints of freshly-picked violets, vanilla, licorice, and crushed stones, is a clear introduction to its complex character. The presence of forest-floor notes adds an intriguing layer of depth, promising a tasting journey that is anything but ordinary.

This wine boasts a medium to full body, layered with firm tannins that deliver an undeniably velvety mouth-feel. The palate is graced by the delicious flavor of crushed berries, resulting in a compact yet firm finish that resonates with the wine's overall structure and balance.

The 2019 Cantenac Brown skilfully marries depth and freshness, with the wine's richness beautifully complemented by its lively spirit. Its harmonious blend of sappy red fruit, fine acidity, and vibrant finish makes it an absolute pleasure to drink.

Critics' reviews echo this wine's excellence, with scores consistently in the mid-90s. The reviewers' notes reveal a wine that is not only richly textured and full of deep, ripe, sweet, and fresh dark red fruits, but also one that feels as good as it tastes.

With a cork closure preserving its quality, this wine is expected to age gracefully. Reviewers suggest that it will continue to evolve and delight the senses, with a drinking window that extends well into the mid-century. The 2019 Cantenac Brown is a wine that truly embodies the elegance and power of French winemaking.