The 2021 Malescot-St-Exupery Bordeaux Blend from the Margaux sub-region in Bordeaux, France, is a red wine that has garnered positive reviews from several respected wine critics. This wine is a blend of 49% Cabernet Sauvignon, 38% Merlot, 8% Cabernet Franc, and a touch of Petit Verdot, aged for 12-14 months in barrels. It features a 13.0% alcohol content and is sealed with a cork.

James Suckling awarded this wine a high score of 94, noting its "very floral" bouquet with "black currant and black cherry aromas with hints of lavender." He remarked on its "firm and silky tannins" and described it as "classy," recommending to "Drink after 2026" (JamesSuckling.com, 12/21/2023).

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate also praised the wine, giving it a score of 93. William Kelley commented on its "fleshy, flamboyant style" and "aromas of dark berries, cherries and creamy new oak." He found it to be "medium to full-bodied, velvety and seamless, with supple tannins and a lively core of fruit," calling it "a strong effort" (Wine Advocate, 2/9/2024).

Jeff Leve from TheWineCellarInsider.com echoed this positive sentiment, also scoring it 93. He highlighted its "flowers, espresso, licorice and black cherries" on the nose and described the palate as "supple, creamy, and vibrant with a touch of savory herbs and oak" (3/9/2024).

Vinous' Antonio Galloni provided another excellent review, giving the wine a score of 94. Galloni described it as "beautiful" with "floral aromatics and silky tannins" and noted its "mid-weight" quality that brings "quite a bit of charm." He praised its balance, mentioning "crushed flowers, dark red/purplish fruit, mint, spice and a dash of orange peel" (Vinous, 2/27/2024).

Jeb Dunnuck gave it a slightly more reserved score of 91 but still considered it "rock-solid in the vintage." He pointed out its "plump, medium-bodied, nicely textured style" with "red and blue fruits, tobacco, spice, and some leafy herb notes" (jebdunnuck.com, 4/3/2024).

Overall, the 2021 Malescot-St-Exupery is a well-regarded wine that offers a complex array of flavors and aromas, supported by a balanced structure and the potential for aging. Critics particularly appreciated its floral notes and silky tannins, making it a noteworthy choice from this vintage.