2nd wine of the famous Clos Dubreuil (see below). This is 95% Merlot and 5% Cabernet Franc made from young vines. The wine making is the same with less pumping over in order to have lighter tannins and to focus on a well structured but fruity Saint Emilion. The wine is aged for 18 months in 50% new oak and 50% one year-old oak barrels.

 

Lithe, ripe fruit notes with hints of spice. Light on its feet, balanced, expressive and with caressing tannins. Charming. Drink 2010-18. (16.38 points) Decanter Magazine May 2005