The Château Retout Cru Bourgeois Haut Médoc 2018 is a classic representation of the renowned Bordeaux region in France. Produced by the esteemed Château Retout, this vintage boasts a deep ruby colour with a purple hue. On the nose, it offers an enticing bouquet of ripe black fruits, such as blackcurrant and plum, along with a hint of smokiness and earthiness. On the palate, this wine is full-bodied and well-structured, with firm tannins and a balanced acidity. The rich flavours of dark berries and cherries are complemented by notes of cedar, tobacco, and a touch of spice. The finish is long and elegant, leaving a lingering sensation of dark chocolate. This wine is a true representation of the exceptional terroir and winemaking skills of Château Retout. Enjoy now or cellar for years to come.
Critic Reviews
95 POINTS
Georgina Hindle - Decanter
romatic and expressive, alive and upfront. A celebration of cherry fruit: ripe, fresh, potent, with cherry stones, liquorice and graphite. Nuance and texture, with lots to like
93 POINTS
Andrew Caillard MW
Deep crimson. Attractive developed cassis, red cherry, truffle-like, dark chocolate aromas with roasted walnut notes. Intense blackcurrant pastille, red cherry, walnutty flavours with truffle forest-floor like notes and fine leafy textures. Velveteen firm at the finish. Drink now - will keep for a while. Should represent very good value when compared to Grand Cru prices. 14% alc 93+ points
92 POINTS
Roger Voss - Wine Enthusiast
This wine has dense tannins along with perfumed spice, rich blackberry fruits and the weight of the alcohol. At this stage, all the elements are poised to integrate, promising a wine with a rich, full and concentrated future. Drink from 2024.
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Tasting Notes
The Château Retout Cru Bourgeois Haut Médoc 2018 is a classic representation of the renowned Bordeaux region in France. Produced by the esteemed Château Retout, this vintage boasts a deep ruby colour with a purple hue. On the nose, it offers an enticing bouquet of ripe black fruits, such as blackcurrant and plum, along with a hint of smokiness and earthiness. On the palate, this wine is full-bodied and well-structured, with firm tannins and a balanced acidity. The rich flavours of dark berries and cherries are complemented by notes of cedar, tobacco, and a touch of spice. The finish is long and elegant, leaving a lingering sensation of dark chocolate. This wine is a true representation of the exceptional terroir and winemaking skills of Château Retout. Enjoy now or cellar for years to come.