Michel Bettane: Very noble spicy aromas and tight texture; great class also in the tannins; epitome of a classical style in a classical vintage—and an indication of a great future. Great wine 18.5

Thierry Desseauve: Brilliant, straight, deep, classy; perfectly balanced; outstanding wine 18

Michael Schuster: Sweet and savory to smell; very nicely balanced; full, finely tannic; long, ripe, refined, mineral-imbued flavor within a firm, fine, dry tannin frame; very aromatic and classy, with fine potential. Needs time. 2017–30+ 17 + Le Carré St-Emilion (13.5% ABV) 14.5

Michael Schuster: High-toned nose; a pretty, ripe fruit pinched by a dry wood tannin for the moment, and finishing with a fine, delicate fruit persistence but also the wood astringency. 2015–20 14.5 ?