Michel Bettane: Breed and distinction on the nose; good body. Severe Cabernet Sauvignon texture and tannins—not as ripe as the best but full of character and certainly able to age. Avoid immediate drinking and wait up to 2016 16.5

Thierry Desseauve: This wine gets une certain elégance from its nervousness and fruity freshness, but its definition is austere 15.5

Michael Schuster: Attractive early bouquet: Merlot and mineral; light, lively, leaner style of the year, with a fine, dry, defining tannin; finesse, yes, and fragrant fruit, but it lacks a bit of flesh and complexity at the level. Modest complexity; good, light length. Needs time. 2016–26+ 15.5 +