Château de Cruzeau - Pessac-Léognan 2009 (750ml) available at Friar Tuck - Springfield, Il in Springfield, Il

The second wine of Château Olivier, this is properly advanced, with ripe berry fruits and soft tannins. It is almost ready now, juicy acidity adding freshness to the rich, dense fruitiness. Drink…

91 De / 91 Wci / 89 Vm / 89 JS. The vines for the second wine of Carmes Haut Brion are in Léognan, a good mile or so away from the main estate. As with the main wine, they work on tension, freshness…

Tasting Notes\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\nThe Perrin family of neighboring classed growth Ch\u00e2teau Carbonnieux has restored this estate, which now produces some impressive wines. This is elegant, structured,…

Plump and direct, with a mix of red currant and plum notes laced with a touch of red licorice, all backed by a light twang of iron on the finish. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Petit Verdot. Drink…

This structured, dense wine is packed with as much tannins as fruit at this stage. Balance is coming and this ripe wine, with its solid, dark texture and black-plum fruits, holds good promise. Drink…

Château Haut-Vigneau - Pessac-Léognan Nv (750ml) available at Brooklyn Wine Company in Brooklyn, Ny

MT Wine Advocate: 90-92 Points The 2020 Ferran Blanc is a blend of 70% Sauvignon Blanc and 30% Sémillon, weighing in at around 13% alcohol. It skips.

(2022) Delivers a kiss of shortbread that gives this a flattering hint, while white peach, Meyer lemon and floral notes maintain their zip and brightness.

92-94 Points Vinous | The 2021 Carbonnieux Blanc has a relatively spicy bouquet, very slight touches of muscat filtering through the citric fruit. The palate is medium-bodied with a spicy entry and…