2020 Chateau Saint Pierre

96 POINTS

James Suckling

Attractive aromas of blackberries, plum skins, cloves, cardamom, dark chocolate, cedar and graphite. Some wet stones, too. Full-bodied, opulent and broad-shouldered. Structured and refined. It has a deep core of ripe black fruit covered with layers of plush and velvety tannins that linger for a long time on the palate. Really long and even. Try after 2027.

95 POINTS

James Suckling

A firm, very structured wine from here, with intense tannins that are very polished and long. Pure fruit. One of the best in a long time. Points: 95-96

94 POINTS

Jane Anson - Decanter

This is excellent, really the most gorgeous balance of power, with dark blueberry juicy fruits and lots of liquorice. Excellent balance and a seductive overall frame. Great stuff - the tannins are pretty fierce though, needs time, will reward ageing.

94 POINTS

Georgina Hindle - Decanter

Quite reduced on the nose, a salty oyster shell and iron nuance with slightly granular tannins. Fruit is ripe and this has a deep, rich and wide structure and frame with firm tannins, a cool minty freshness and good balance. Powerful and concentrated, an opulent showing with floral notes, blackcurrant jam, dried herbs and liquorice. Impressive but will take a while to soften and fully shine.

93 POINTS

Peter Moser - Falstaff

Dark ruby, opaque core, purple reflections, brighter on the discreet rim. Fine noble wood aromatics, dark berry fruit - cassis and blackberries, a little nougat. Full-bodied, ripe dark fruit, pronounced fruit, ripe tannins, mineral aspect, very well-balanced and persistent. Promising ageing potential.

93 POINTS

Peter Moser - Falstaff

Dark ruby garnet, purple reflections, opaque core, delicate rim brightening. Subtle hints of liquorice and tangerine zest, fine tobacco nuances, black cherries in the background, inviting bouquet. Medium-bodied, fresh and elegant, red cherries, fine, supporting tannins, mineral and long lasting, certain ageing potential, a touch of nougat on the finish. (2025-2055).

93 POINTS

James Suckling

A velvety-textured red with medium to full body, showing hazelnut, currant and chocolate character. Creamy texture. Delicious finish. Plenty going on here. Drink after 2025.

92 POINTS

James Suckling

A medium-bodied red with blackberry, black-cherry and some olive-skin character. It’s chewy and solid with outstanding tannin tension and a fresh finish. Points: 92-93