2018 Le Dragon De Quintus 1500ml

90 POINTS

Neal Martin - Vinous

The 2018 Le Dragon de Quintus has calmed down since I tasted it in barrel, now much more refined, with pretty and very pure black cherry and boysenberry fruit. The palate is medium-bodied with a slightly powdery texture, touches of graphite infusing the black fruit that imparts a Left Bank personality. Not persistent, but quite strict and linear. This will drink well over the next 8–10 years. Classy.

90 POINTS

Lisa Perrotti-Brown MW - Wine Advocate

The 2018 le Dragon de Quintus is composed of 75.2% Merlot and 24.8% Cabernet Franc. Medium to deep garnet-purple colored, it delivers expressive scents of plum preserves, blueberry compote and kirsch, plus suggestions of spice cake, fallen leaves and unsmoked cigars. The palate is full-bodied with bags of black fruit preserves and an earthy undercurrent, framed by soft tannins and seamless freshness, finishing with a spicy kick.

90 POINTS

Antonio Galloni MW - Vinous

The 2018 Le Dragon de Quintus is a bold, juicy Saint-Émilion to drink now and over the next handful of years. Dark cherry, plum, tobacco, dried herbs and mint all open nicely. A healthy dollop (25%) of Cabernet Franc helps retain freshness, but the natural ripeness of the year is impossible to escape.