The 2022 Labegorce is a Bordeaux Blend that hails from the esteemed Margaux sub-region of Bordeaux, France. This red wine, produced by Labegorce, is a blend predominantly composed of 50% Cabernet Sauvignon and 45% Merlot, with smaller amounts of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. The wine has been aged in 40% new French oak and was harvested from September 12 to October 5, 2022.

The wine has garnered considerable praise from multiple reviewers. Jeb Dunnuck awarded it 94 points, noting its "classic notes of darker currants, blackberries, smoked tobacco, and fresh earth." He emphasized its medium to full-bodied nature and layered complexity, adding that it offers "quality tannins as well as terrific purity of fruit" (jebdunnuck.com). Dunnuck also highlighted its longevity, suggesting it will provide pleasure immediately and last up to two decades.

Decanter gave the wine an impressive 95 points, describing it as “fairly tannic but super cool and fresh,” with nuanced flavors of cola and blueberry. The review called it “an approachable fun and easy wine still with bite, tang, juiciness and tannic density.” Notably, Decanter appreciated its "gorgeous acidity, textured and well-defined tannins, lovely punchy fruit and a long length" (Decanter).

Jane Anson also reviewed the wine positively, awarding it 93 points. She described it as having "density and concentration, and clear tannic heft," with flavors of eucalyptus and black pepper that “draw the flavors out through the palate” (janeanson.com).

Vinous, represented by Neal Martin, rated the wine between 92-94 points, commending its medium-bodied palate and expressive nature. He noted a "lightly spiced, gentle grip" and anticipated that any initial dryness would round out over time, making it "an utterly charming Margaux" (Vinous).

Jeff Leve from The Wine Cellar Insider gave the wine a score of 95 points, praising its nose of "flowers, cherries, blackberries, and plums" and its palate filled with "sweet, ripe, red fruits, silky textures, depth of flavor, and most importantly, lift with energy in the finish" (TheWineCellarInsider.com).

Lastly, The Wine Independent awarded the wine 93 points, highlighting its "eager-to-please notes of juicy black plums, wild blueberries, and warm cassis," along with hints of cedar and wild sage. The review described it as delivering "muscular fruit with firm, grainy tannins and just enough freshness" (The Wine Independent).

In summary, the 2022 Labegorce is a highly praised Bordeaux Blend with a complex profile and impressive aging potential, making it a worthy addition to any wine enthusiast’s collection.