Gloria 93–94 Deep crimson colour. Elderberry, blackcurrant, hint cedar, aniseed aromas with notes of dark chocolate, fine bittersweet textures and fresh juicy acidity. Very good density and mineral torque. Elemental but well balanced wine. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot. 40% new oak. Saint-Pierre 93–94 Deep crimson colour. Elderberry, dark plum, cassis aromas with hints of chocolate. Well concentrated and expressive with plentiful elderberry, blackcurrant fruits and brambly/chocolaty firm tannins. Builds chewy firm at the finish. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc. About 50% new oak. Le Petit Ducru (old Lalande de Borie label) 92–93 Medium-deep colour. Intense dark fruit, black olive aromas with cedar notes. Densely concentrated, dark fruit, panforte, liquorice flavours, chalky firm tannins and fresh marzipan roasted walnut oak notes. Profoundly dense and will need time to unravel. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc.
Bordeaux 2022
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