2021 Chateau Berliquet Saint Emilion Grand Cru Classe 1x750ml

Vinous 91-93

The 2021 Berliquet was picked September 23 to October 5 at 30hL/ha, and matured in 44% new oak for a planned 16 months. Limpid purple in color. The nose is surprisingly concentrated given the growing season, offering crème de cassis and violet petal aromas. The palate is medium-bodied with quite firm tannins that frame the black cherry and boysenberry fruit. Not a complex Berliquet, yet it possesses admirable substance and ripeness on the finish. One to watch. [Neal Martin, 05/12/2022]

Anticipated maturity: 2029-2050