2021 Chateau De Sales 12 Pack

93 POINTS

Roger Voss - Wine Enthusiast

92–94. Barrel Sample. The wood aging of this wine, just beginning, is already underlining the fine quality of the black fruits. The tannins of this finely structured wine are powerful while leaving room for the juicy flavors to show strongly.

92 POINTS

Peter Moser - Falstaff

Dark ruby, opaque core, purple reflections, subtle brightening on the rim. Fine plum fruit, dark cherries, subtle hints of nougat, fine wood spice. Juicy, elegant, ripe cherries, well-integrated tannins, lively structure, fine fruit on the finish, full-bodied wine with length and ageing potential.

92 POINTS

Georgina Hindle - Decanter

Richly aromatic and expressive on the nose filled with perfume scents, dark chocolate, coffee and ripe black fruits. Juicy, fresh and lively; this has crunchy fruit with high acidity and smooth tannins. Blackcurrant leaf, red cherry and raspberry puree combine with subtle toasted spice edges and a touch of herbaceousness which gives an enjoyable eucalyptus tang to the finish. A well-worked, light and airy style with grace and a gentle ease about it.

91 POINTS

Zekun Shuai - JamesSuckling.com

Subtle white pepper to the vibrant red cherries and red berries. Fine-grained and firm on the medium-bodied palate with some juicy fruit and a medium-length finish.

91 POINTS

Roger Voss - Wine Enthusiast

This mainly Merlot wine is bright with a plump structure and ripe tannins. It is full, but balanced with fruit and acidity. Drink this generous wine from 2027.