La Dame de Boüard, Montagne Saint-Émilion, FR, 2021 (Magnum)

Professional ratings (2021 vintage)

This wine is generally reviewed as a solid, modern-style Bordeaux “second wine” from Château Clos de Boüard.

• James Suckling: 89–90 points
• The Wine Independent: ~86 points
• VertdeVin: 91–92 points (tasting panel)
• Wine Cellar Insider: 88 points (approx. range 87–89 in multiple tastings)

Consensus: roughly 87–91 points overall, depending on critic.

Tasting profile (professional notes)

Across critics, the 2021 is described consistently as:

• Black fruit core: blackberry, plum, black cherry
• Secondary notes: violet, spice, licorice, cocoa, oak
• Structure: medium-bodied, soft tannins, approachable texture
• Style: ripe, polished, modern Bordeaux rather than rustic or ageworthy power style

Vivino user consensus also leans toward:

• plum / blueberry / black fruit dominance
• noticeable oak influence (vanilla, tobacco)
• smooth, slightly sweet-fruited finish

Critical interpretation (what the scores mean)

• Not a “top classified growth” level wine (those usually start ~92–96+)
• Strong “everyday fine Bordeaux” quality tier
• Best described as:
  • ready to drink young (2024–2030 window)
  • fruit-forward and approachable
  • more value-driven than collectible

Overall verdict

For the 2021 vintage specifically:

• Quality: Good to very good (not exceptional)
• Style: Easy-drinking, modern Montagne Saint-Émilion
• Best use: early to mid-term drinking, not long aging
• Value perception: often seen as “fair but not cheap for the vintage quality level”