Glen Carlou Grand Classique

Romazini: 5/5 Stars

Deep purple. rich and structured with black berries, cocoa and cedar notes.

The Winespectator: 87/100 Points

Mature, with the grip now cedary and slightly taut, while the core of crushed plum, red currant and blackberry fruit melds with the tobacco and coffee notes. A cedar hint lingers on the finish. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Malbec and Cabernet Franc.

Stephen Tanzer: 89/100 Points

Vintage 2006: Bright, full ruby-red. Dark aromas of cassis, bitter chocolate and sexy oak; smells more modern than the Grand Classique. Concentrated, high-pitched flavors of blackberry and mint are supported by a powerful tannic backbone that will require at least five years of cellaring. Youthfully musclebound today but already hints at a sneaky sweetness and finishes with good chewy grip.