Jeb Dunnuck (93)

Coming from vines near Canon La Gaffelière and mostly Cabernet Franc, the 2021 Château Petit Gravet Aîné is legit good and plays with the big boys in the vintage. Red and black fruits, sappy herbs, flowers, and a kiss of background oak all define the aromatics, and it hits the palate with medium-bodied richness as well as beautiful finesse, balance, fine tannins, and a great finish. Give it a few years and it should keep for 15+ years, if not longer.

Indulge in the power and finesse of the Soutard Petit Soutard 2016. Delectable complexities emerge from this prestigious Bordeaux, a testament to the meticulous practices of Château Soutard. Distinctly hailing from Saint-Émilion Grand Cru territory, this wine exudes a delightful blend of Merlot and Cabernet Franc grapes that have been hand-harvested.

Its crafting is an ode to French viniculture, with careful ageing in French oak barrels to enhance depth, and gravity-flow winemaking preserving the wine's integrity. The Soutard Petit Soutard 2016 offers an invigorating array of aromas, from ripe cherry to subtle spice. Seamless yet captivating, its striking nose merges effortlessly with a rich, full-bodied palate.

Renowned for their commitment to sustainable wine production, Château Soutard draws upon centuries of expertise to create their Petit Soutard 2016. This wine rewards those who appreciate a beautiful balance of power and elegance. Soutard Petit Soutard 2016 reflects a tradition of excellence, captivating palates worldwide.

Wine Advocate (90-92)

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Vinous - Antonio Galloni (92)

The 2014 Petit-Figeac is laced with the essence of sweet dark cherry, plum, tobacco, mint, licorice and leather. Pliant, supple and expressive, it is a highly appealing second wine. This is just as impressive in bottle as it was from barrel.

Decanter (94)

Blackberry notes on the nose, with some herbal perfume touches too that are so appealing. Smooth and softly textured, with chalky nuances and grippy black cherry, strawberry and blackcurrant leaf aspects giving structure and body. Succulent and juicy with mouthwatering freshness. Great vibrancy and drive with life. Super approachable with the same vein of refinement and charm that Figeac does so well.

Vinous - Neal Martin (88)

The 2020 Petit-Figeac has a tightly wound, pencil box-tinged bouquet that suggests there is more than the 10% Cabernet Sauvignon in the blend. It's pretty Left Bank in style. The palate is medium-bodied with a graphite entry that dovetails into a fleshier mid-palate. The 30% new oak is neatly integrated with a healthy dash of black pepper on the finish. Fine.

Vinous - Antonio Galloni (93)

The 2023 Petit Figeac is just gorgeous. Savory herbs, crushed flowers, mint and orange peel lift a core of red-toned fruit. Medium in body and supremely gracious, the 2023 hits all the right notes while also capturing all the personality of this great Saint-Émilion estate. This is one of the few second wines in Bordeaux that really stands out.

Dive into an enchanting vintage with the Petit-Roy Saint-Romain En Chevrot 2021, a wine imbued with traditional Burgundy essence. The wine encapsulates the heritage of Saint-Romain, collating the venerable flavours from the sloped vineyards of En Chevrot. The astute craftsmanship of the Petit-Roy family ensures that meticulous attention is accorded to the delicate Pinot Noir and Chardonnay grapes, transforming them into a wine that exhibits subtle complexity and elegance.

Fermented in aged French oak barrels, the Petit-Roy Saint-Romain En Chevrot 2021 exudes a deeply satisfying taste balance of fruity and floral flavours, with hints of minerals gleaned from the limestone-rich soils. The finish is graceful, marked by hints of almond and hazelnuts. Developed in a sustainable approach with respect for tradition, this wine is a testament to Petit-Roy's commitment to crafting exquisite Burgundian wines. Enjoy the Petit-Roy Saint-Romain En Chevrot 2021 and invite your palate to explore this refined and harmonious treasure.

Vinous - Stephen Tanzer (90-92)

Bright, deep ruby. Floral, perfumed aromas of blackberry, boysenberry, cherry, violet pastille, mint and shoe polish; I find strong merlot and cabernet character here, which makes for a complex nose indeed. Lush, dense and rather high-pitched; a lovely combination of sheer fruit and finesse. Still youthfully backward, but already shows superb sucrosity and silkiness of texture. Almost no sign of the new oak today. Solidly structured Pomerol, finishing long and subtle, with a note of chocolatey torrefaction. The tannins hit the palate late and coat the back of the mouth. This offers terrific potential.

Wine Spectator (92-95)

This is sexy, with beautiful ripe fruit and spices. Full bodied, with focused fruit and a long finish. Racy. So focused. Class. Best ever? Score range: 92-95 -JS

Vinous - Antonio Galloni (87-90)

The 2013 Petit-Village fleshes out nicely in the glass. There is good depth and intensity to the fruit, even if some slightly angular contours remain. Crushed flowers, raspberries and sweet aromatic spices add nuance on the finish. It will be interesting to see how the 2013 develops over the coming year. Right now there is a battle between the juiciness of the fruit and the slightly drying tannins. The blend is 70% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Franc and 10% Cabernet Sauvignon. In 2013, production is down a whopping 50%. Tasted three times.

James Suckling (93)

Quite an earthy, solid wine with plenty of power and concentration but a bit less charm than many of the 2014 Pomerols. The tannins on the finish are a bit chewy, but they should harmonize in time and there’s plenty of fruit in there. Better in 2020.

James Suckling (94-95)

This is layered and very poised with plum and chocolate character. Full body and chewy tannins that are polished and focused. Very long and serious.

James Suckling (94-95)

This is layered and very poised with plum and chocolate character. Full body and chewy tannins that are polished and focused. Very long and serious.

James Suckling (97-98)

Firm and linear tannins frame this young Bordeaux beautifully with blackberry, walnut and hazelnut character. Gorgeous center palate. It’s racy and refined. Creamy-textured tannins with length. Really pure and focused. Very transparent. Finesse. Best ever? 60% merlot, 32% cabernet franc and 8% cabernet sauvignon.

James Suckling (94-95)

Blackberry, dark-chocolate and crushed-slate aromas and flavors. Some lead pencil, too. It’s full and medium-chewy with a fresh finish. Solid. 65% merlot, 26% cabernet franc and 9% cabernet sauvignon.