Château Clos de Boüard “La Dame de Boüard” 2022 shows black cherry, plum, blackberry, violet, cocoa, cedar and spice. Medium–full-bodied with plush Merlot fruit, ripe tannins and smooth texture. Rated 91–94 pts, rich, polished and approachable Bordeaux.
WA 90 : Deep ruby in color, the nose offering up baked black plum, blackcurrant and black cherry fruit to begin, fleshing out to leather, graphite and cast-iron pan with red cherries and chocolate notions.
Château d’Aiguilhe 2018 Castillon shows blue fruit, blackberry, cherry and floral spice with earthy limestone notes. Medium–full-bodied, soft yet structured with fine tannins and fresh acidity. Rated 91–93 pts, age-worthy 10–15+ years.
Nose is dominated by fruit, but also citrus & floral hints emerge. On the palate it’s juicy & the floral notes persist alongside scents of licorice. Subtle hints of cherry & strawberry create a harmonious blend of floral elegance & vibrant fruit flavors.
90 Points James Suckling
A nod to 1970s-style Napa Cabernet, typically blending Cabernet Sauvignon with other varietals like Merlot and Cabernet Franc for a "Left Bank" Bordeaux influence.
Dalla Valle Maya 2022 is a Napa Cabernet Franc–Cabernet Sauvignon blend with cassis, blackberry, plum, violet, rose, cedar and chocolate. Silky, full-bodied and precise with ultra-fine tannins and a long finish. Rated ~97–100 pts.
