Vinous - Ian D'Agata (93-96)

(3.52 pH; 7.5 g/l total acidity; 180 g/l residual sugar): Bright yellow-gold. Enticing sauvignon blanc-dominated aromas of kiwi, passion fruit and green fig complicated by dried apricot and orange jam. Fresh, dense and very sweet, with extremely persistent flavors of tangerine, ripe apricot, saffron and peach nectar. Finishes very bright and long. This wine sports one of the highest residual sugar levels of the vintage yet it comes across as less sweet than the numbers would suggest thanks to its very high total acidity. Another outstanding wine for Nairac, which insiders know to be the single best buy in Sauternes today. The last few years have seen one great Nairac after another.

Vinous - Neal Martin (90)

The 2012 Nairac has a peachy nose with Golden Delicious, honeysuckle and pear scents, fine definition though it needs a little more focus. The palate is well balanced with quite a tangy entry, good weight, waxy in texture with stem ginger and light lemongrass notes on the finish. Fine. Tasted blind at the Southwold Ten-Year On tasting.

Vinous - Ian D'Agata (91-94)

Medium yellow-gold. Complex, deep nose reveals pineapple, caramelized ginger and honeyed minerals. Then easygoing, bright and fresh, with flavors of citrus fruits, green papaya and orange zest nicely framed by lively acidity. Features sneaky concentration and a very long aftertaste.

Wine Spectator (93)

Very grapey on the nose, with mineral, tarragon and fresh flowers. Full-bodied, with very well-integrated tannins and a light vanilla, berry and milk chocolate aftertaste. Subtle and balanced. The best Nenin in years. Best after 2012. -JS

James Suckling (95-96)

A linear and dense wine that sneaks up on you with fantastic depth of fruit and structure. Full and racy. Shows finesse and muscle. Better than 2015?

Vinous - Neal Martin (93)

The 2017 Nénin only comes from the plateau as frost devastated the lower reaches. It has a well-defined bouquet, nicely focused with blackberry, briary and crushed stone aromas. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins, very refined, not as deep or as opulent as the previous vintage but chiseled and very focused on the peppery finish. Very fine, a Nénin that does not show off like the 2018 because (whisper it quietly), this is better.

James Suckling (96-97)

This is a special wine with unique black-cherry character and hints of hazelnuts. Full bodied, tight and totally melted together with the firm and ultra-fine tannins Extremely long.

Jeb Dunnuck (96)

The 2019 Château Nenin is truly fantastic, and my money is on it being the finest vintage to date for this estate. Based on 70% Merlot and 30% Cabernet Franc brought up in just 45% new French oak, it offers a pure, medium-bodied, ethereal style carrying gorgeous red and black fruits, spring flowers, damp earth, and chocolate aromas and flavors. It's not a blockbuster and is all about purity, finesse, and elegance, yet it still brings beautiful richness and length. This gorgeous, seamless 2019 will drink well for 20-25 years.

Jeb Dunnuck (96)

The 2019 Château Nenin is truly fantastic, and my money is on it being the finest vintage to date for this estate. Based on 70% Merlot and 30% Cabernet Franc brought up in just 45% new French oak, it offers a pure, medium-bodied, ethereal style carrying gorgeous red and black fruits, spring flowers, damp earth, and chocolate aromas and flavors. It's not a blockbuster and is all about purity, finesse, and elegance, yet it still brings beautiful richness and length. This gorgeous, seamless 2019 will drink well for 20-25 years.

Jeb Dunnuck (96)

The 2019 Château Nenin is truly fantastic, and my money is on it being the finest vintage to date for this estate. Based on 70% Merlot and 30% Cabernet Franc brought up in just 45% new French oak, it offers a pure, medium-bodied, ethereal style carrying gorgeous red and black fruits, spring flowers, damp earth, and chocolate aromas and flavors. It's not a blockbuster and is all about purity, finesse, and elegance, yet it still brings beautiful richness and length. This gorgeous, seamless 2019 will drink well for 20-25 years.

James Suckling (93-94)

Very fine tannins with a medium body and a fresh center-palate. Hints of spices and dried lemon peel. Bright and focused. Pretty fruit. Refined.

James Suckling (93-94)

Very fine tannins with a medium body and a fresh center-palate. Hints of spices and dried lemon peel. Bright and focused. Pretty fruit. Refined.

James Suckling (93-94)

Very fine tannins with a medium body and a fresh center-palate. Hints of spices and dried lemon peel. Bright and focused. Pretty fruit. Refined.

James Suckling (94-95)

A juicy and crunchy red with blackberry, chocolate, hazelnut. Mocha. Full to medium body with a creamy texture. Lots going on here. 64% merlot and 36% cabernet franc.

James Suckling (94-95)

A linear and structured red with blackberry, raspberry and a hint of crushed stone. Medium-bodied with a solid core of fruit and a long, intense finish. Crunchy and minerally. Classy. Precise. 67% merlot, 30% cabernet franc and 3% cabernet sauvignon.

The Olivier 1998 is a remarkable Bordeaux blend from Pessac-Léognan, crafted by legendary wine producer, Château Olivier. Boasting an immaculate reputation for centuries-old savoir-faire, the Château presents a wine that beautifully encapsulates the richness of the 1998 vintage.

Crafting this élite blend involved meticulous vinification processes, including a scrupulous selection of grapes and a long, traditional fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats. The result is an elegant wine with a harmonious structure, enlivened by complex layers of ripe fruit, gentle spice, and subtle wood.

The matured Olivier 1998 mesmerises with its deep garnet hue, vibrant acidity, and silky tannins. On the nose, pleasing undertones of cassis, earth, cedar, and tobacco unfold. On the palate, an enchanting blend of red berries and earthy flavours linger. Perfect for the discerning vinophile, the Olivier 1998 truly represents the grandeur of French viticulture.

The Olivier 1998 is a remarkable Bordeaux blend from Pessac-Léognan, crafted by legendary wine producer, Château Olivier. Boasting an immaculate reputation for centuries-old savoir-faire, the Château presents a wine that beautifully encapsulates the richness of the 1998 vintage.

Crafting this élite blend involved meticulous vinification processes, including a scrupulous selection of grapes and a long, traditional fermentation in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats. The result is an elegant wine with a harmonious structure, enlivened by complex layers of ripe fruit, gentle spice, and subtle wood.

The matured Olivier 1998 mesmerises with its deep garnet hue, vibrant acidity, and silky tannins. On the nose, pleasing undertones of cassis, earth, cedar, and tobacco unfold. On the palate, an enchanting blend of red berries and earthy flavours linger. Perfect for the discerning vinophile, the Olivier 1998 truly represents the grandeur of French viticulture.

Savour the essence of the famed Bordeaux region with the Olivier 2007. This fine red wine, masterfully crafted by the reputable producer, Château Olivier, epitomises the quintessence of Pessac-Léognan appellation. The Olivier 2007 is a sublime blend of 55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 41% Merlot, and 4% Petit Verdot. The pain-staking precision in selecting the very best harvest coupled with traditional vinification methods make this fine wine truly stand out.

The beautiful garnet hue encapsulates the complex aromas of ripe fruit, spices and a touch of smoke. On the palate, the Olivier 2007 offers remarkable balance between the succulent fruit undertones and a robust tannic framework, culminating into a satisfyingly prolonged finish. This vintage truly emanates the terroir's remarkable potential, elevated by the exceptional savoir-faire of the wine-making team.

Open early, the Olivier 2007 is best decanted to allow the vibrant notes to unfurl elegantly. Ideal for special occasions, this distinctive wine surely warrants savoring.

Wine Enthusiast (92)

91-93 Barrel sample. Tasting through the initial tannins, this wine reveals ripe, blackberry jelly fruits. There is richness in the structure and density, perhaps less of the vintage's freshness.