2018 D'Arsac
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The 2018 Château d’Arsac has an attractive bouquet of blackberry, cassis and light violet aromas, understated at first but opening with aeration. The palate is medium-bodied with graphite-tinged black fruit, taut and focused, not powerful or voluminous yet full of tension and precision on the finish. Very fine.
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James Lawther MW, jancisrobinson.com
Neal Martin
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Cru bourgeois exceptionnel . 72% Cabernet Sauvignon, 28% Merlot. Deep crimson hue. Reserved dark-fruit nose. Rich and layered on the palate. Mouth-filling with plenty of matière . Big, firm, chewy tannins behind. All in balance but could have done with a lighter hand. (JL)
A very rich Margaux with lots of blackberry and black-olive character. Full body, lightly chewy tannins and a flavorful finish. Impressive.