The 2022 Duhart-Milon-Rothschild Bordeaux Blend presents itself as a compelling choice from the Pauillac sub-region of Bordeaux, France. Produced by Duhart-Milon-Rothschild, this red wine is a blend of 78% Cabernet Sauvignon and 22% Merlot, sealed with a traditional cork closure.
Critics have provided overwhelmingly positive reviews for this vintage. James Suckling awarded it a remarkable 96 points, noting its "blackcurrant, dark chocolate and walnut husk character" and describing the wine as "full-bodied yet compacted" with "fine and intense tannins." Suckling commends its complexity and freshness, emphasizing its alignment with the classic Pauillac profile.
William Kelley from Robert Parker's Wine Advocate rated the wine between 91-93 points, highlighting its "aromas of dark berries, cedar box, loamy soil, herbs and spices." Kelley praises the wine's medium to full-bodied, supple, and velvety palate, which transitions into a "lively, nicely concentrated core of fruit" with a firm finish.
Jeff Leve from The Wine Cellar Insider also awarded the wine 96 points, describing its nose as a medley of "lead pencil, spice, red currants, flowers, and dark cherries." Leve elaborates on the wine's elegant and refined palate, with a finish that lingers, blending flavors of red fruits, cocoa, orange rind, spice, espresso, and plums.
Jeb Dunnuck echoed these high praises with a 96-point score, describing the wine’s "gorgeous richness" and "classic Pauillac character." Dunnuck highlighted its balanced and seamless nature, predicting it to rival the esteemed 2009 vintage.
Neal Martin from Vinous gave it a 95-point rating, pointing out its "graphite/mint-scented nose" and "vibrant pencil lead-tinged finish." He highlights its freshness and vibrant tannins, suggesting it will offer 30 to 40 years of drinking pleasure.
Decanter and Jane Anson each awarded 94 points. Decanter noted the "ripe fruit on the nose" and "juicy, tannic strength," while Anson praised its "intense, stately" nature with "ripe and spicy dark brambled fruit flavors."
Overall, the 2022 Duhart-Milon-Rothschild is a highly acclaimed wine that promises a sophisticated and balanced experience, making it a strong contender for any wine enthusiast’s collection.