2014 Rahoul 12 Pack

90 POINTS

James Suckling

Aromas of plums and meat follow through to a medium body, soft and silky tannins and a medium finish.

Jane Anson - Decanter

Rich round fruit on the nose, spicy plum, gourmet touches of oak, fairly super-charged impact on the attack, the oak is vanilla bean clove and cappucino, with tannins that are chewy and front-of-mouth. Ambition on display, helped by fresh acidity and minerality, will need a few years, and will suit those who prefer a more contemporary gourmet feel.

James Molesworth - Wine Spectator

Pure raspberry and blackberry fruit races along, with a bright iron edge carrying the finish. Fresh and nicely rendered.

Antonio Galloni MW - Vinous

The 2014 Rahoul presents an enticing blend of dark, jammy fruit and expressive savory, herbal notes. Smoke, plum, rose petal and cinnamon add lift on a finish supported by lovely underlying tension. Points: 88-90

Wine Spectator

Lively red currant and bitter cherry notes stream through, carried by a light briary spine. The finish is flecked with a savory hint and keeps a nice fresh edge. Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon.

Roger Voss - Wine Enthusiast

Produced from vines an average of 24-years-old, the wine comes from an 86-acre vineyard to the south of Bordeaux. It is firm with tannins and with ripe, textured Merlot. There is a juicy character from the black-currant fruitiness. The wine with wood flavors needs to age. Drink from 2021.

Roger Voss - Wine Enthusiast

87–89. Barrel Sample. Intense acidity masks the lean fruit and severe texture. The tannins are more dominant than the fruit due to a bitter, extractive character.