93pts Vertde Vin

The nose is fruity, juicy and offers a bright side. It reveals notes of bright cassis, juicy / luscious blackberry and juicy / pulpy berries associated with touches of violet, caramelization, bright blueberry, fine hints of lily, sweet spices, hazelnut as well as a very discreet hint of balsamic and gray pepper. The palate is nicely fresh, juicy, delicious, very delicate and offers richness (all finesse / delicacy), precision, energy, good purity of the fruit as well as a nice shine of the fruit. On the palate this wine expresses notes of pulpy / juicy blackberry, bright plum and more slightly juicy blueberry associated with touches of fresh strawberry, lily, mocha, racy minerality as well as fine hints of toasted hazelnut, tobacco, cardamom and a discreet hint of tobacco. The tannins are massive, present and mellow. the palatability and a discreet touch of good bitterness on the at the end of the palate / persistence.

92pts Wine Cellar Insider

Licorice, espresso, and cocoa covered cherries are evident in the perfume. On the palate, the wine is lush, supple and polished with layers of black cherries, blackberries, plums and chocolate in the polished, and already approachable finish. Drink from 2023-2037

Winemaker Notes

North and east of the Gironde and Dordogne are the gravelly soils that offer the winemaker from the French winery Château Croix de Labrie everything he needs to live out his craft and produce a wine for discerning connoisseurs. If you're looking for something special, don't miss out on this distinctive Merlot — Chapelle de Labrie. The Flaschenpöstler promise a culinary experience when you serve this Merlot with slightly spicy red meat or duck.