2022 Château Talbot, Saint-Julien

Tasting Note

Wine Advocate: 93-95
The 2022 Talbot is especially impressive, and if it fulfills all its promise, it is likely to emerge as this large Saint-Julien property's most exciting wine since the 1980s. Unwinding in the glass with aromas of cherries, blackberries and cassis mingled with hints of violets and pencil lead, it's medium to full-bodied, velvety and concentrated, with a layered core of fruit, rich structuring tannins and a long, lively finish. It's a blend of 70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Merlot and 5% Petit Verdot that's being matured in 60% new oak. – William Kelley

Sotheby's Wine: 93-95
83% Cabernet Sauvignon, 11.5% Merlot, 5.5% Cabernet Franc; In a brand-new winery, the Château Léoville Barton 2022 offers a lot of joy. Welcomed by its dark, purple and black color, the nose is lively and deep. Medium to full-bodied, it shows nuances of black fruit, vanilla and cedar. Deep and layered palate, which is vibrant, pure and seamless, with classy tannins and a long, penetrating finish. – Amayès Aouli