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VINUM: "Die Nase auch dieses Jahr expressiv und komplex, ein Relief an Aromen, Frucht, Würze, florale Noten, mineralische Untertöne; lebendig am Gaumen, zeigt Dynamik und Eleganz, druckvoll, dabei frisch, mit feinkörnigem Tannin, seidig verwoben mit der Frucht, eindrückliche Länge. Wie immer empfehlenswert!"
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DECANTER: "Brilliant violet colour, the wine comes from an excellent terroir of siliceous-clay over iron deposits and ancient sands over blue clay. Ageing in 40% new oak, with a pH of 3.68, a balanced wine whose brisk nature is reflected in somewhat high-toned tannins common to the 2023 vintage. I like the palate depth and juiciness. Ends with a medium finish marked by cool blue and blackberry fruit with lift. Cropped at 45hl/ha."
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THE WINE CELLAR INSIDER: "Flowers, licorice, chocolate, cinnamon, black cherries, and black raspberries fill the aromatic profile. Silky, long, and vibrant, with richness, creamy textures, and a vibrancy to the sweet, dark fruits in the mid-palate, and in the finish. The wine is produced from blending 75% Merlot, with 25% Cabernet Franc. Drink from 2027-2043."
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FALSTAFF: "Tiefdunkles Rubingranat, opaker Kern, violette Reflexe, zarte Randaufhellung. Floraler Touch, ein Hauch von Mandarinenzesten, rote Herzkirschen, einladendes Bukett. Saftig, mittlere Komplexität, rotbeerig, wirkt leichtfüßig, reife Tannine, mineralischer Abgang, ein guter Begleiter bei Tisch."
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JAMES SUCKLING: "A gentle young red with plum and light chocolate character. Medium body, fine tannins that finish brightly with a light chewiness on the end."
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THE WINE ADVOCATE: "Aromas of dark berries, cherries and pencil shavings, framed by a touch of new oak, introduce the 2023 Grand Corbin-Despagne, a medium to full-bodied, fleshy and polished wine that's supple, suave and lively, with melting tannins and a gently vanillin-inflected finish."
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JEB DUNNUCK: "Red plums, spicy raspberries, spring flowers, spicy wood, and incense notes all define the 2023 Château Grand Corbin-Despagne, a medium to full-bodied, nicely concentrated, ripe, textured 2023. It has some firmer tannins but ample mid-palate depth, a solid sense of freshness, and outstanding length. The blend is 75% Merlot, 24% Cabernet Franc, and 1% Cabernet Sauvignon that will spend 18 months in 50% new oak."
