93pts James Suckling

A touch of black bean puree to the ripe dark cherries and grilled herbs. Medium-bodied on the palate with juicy fruit, round tannins and a pretty flavorful, lengthy finish. Drink from 2026.

92pts Wine Spectator

Warmed cassis and plum compote notes give this a forward and generous feel, while singed apple wood, dried anise and violet, plus a perfumed hint on the finish, display a textbook St.-Julien profile. Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. Best from 2026 through 2036. 15,000 cases made, 600 cases imported.

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate

Aromas of rich berries, loamy soil, cherries and licorice introduce the 2022 Connetable de Talbot, a medium to full-bodied, fleshy and impressively concentrated wine that represents some 38% of the estate's production this year.

Vinous

The 2022 Connetable de Talbot is a soft, fruity second wine to drink now and over the next few years. Attractive floral and savory nuances complement a core of juicy red-toned fruit.

Tasting Notes

Red cherries, white pepper with hints of mint give to this wine a fresh and chewy taste with a lightly toasted hint. The mouth is full and silky with a kind of softness all along the taste which makes this wine very delicate and very approachable already. A second wine is charming and full of pleasure.

About the Wine

One of the very first Médoc second wines. Connétable was created in the 1970s. Over the years, it has benefited from all the care given to the vineyard and increasingly stringent selections.

Blend: 56% Cabernet Sauvignon, 44% Merlot