2016 Le Temple
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The 2016 Le Temple has a tightly wound bouquet with blackberry, sous-bois and light truffle aromas that gradually unfold in the glass. The palate is medium-bodied with grippy tannin, then takes its foot off the accelerator towards the finish and eases down to quite a refined finish. This is worth seeking out. Tasted at the Cru Bourgeois tasting in London.
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Jancis Robinson MW
Julia Harding MW, jancisrobinson.com
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60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 35% Merlot, 5% Petit Verdot. Mid crimson. Dusty cassis fruit on the nose, subtle, mild and harmonious. Nicely balanced in a modest style. (JH)
60% Cabernet Sauvignon; 35% Merlot; 5% Petit Verdot. Lustrous dark crimson. Spicy, peppery nose that reminds me of Petit Verdot. Very round palate entry with polished tannins. Notably dry finish. Lip-smacking and quite lifted and racy. (JR)