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Antonio Galloni: "The 2024 La Prade is fabulous. In fact, the 2024 is one of the very best vintages I have tasted. The change of blend in favor of Cabernet Franc has significantly elevated La Prade. Dynamic and vibrant in the glass, with striking depth, the 2024 is seriously impressive. Espresso, mocha, licorice, incense and lavender lift a core of blue/purplish fruit. This is one of the revelations of 2024. Don't miss it!"
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Jane Anson: "Good intensity to the flavours here, enjoyable, juicy, slate textured tannins, this has a kick of minerality - textured, grip, juice, the austerity feels well earned and not intrusive, with salinity and sappy cool blueberry fruits, cold ash on the finish. Another great value success from Nicolas Thienpont. Harvest 4 to 8 October. 20% new oak. Cabernet Franc from a massal selection from St Emilion., and this is the highest amount to date In organic conversion. Derenoncourt Consultants, 42hl/h yield."
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James Suckling: "A very juicy and bright wine with blueberries, minerals and cherries. Medium-bodied with fine, fresh tannins and a bright, medium-long finish. 65% merlot and 35% cabernet franc."
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Lisa Perrotti-Brown: "Deep garnet-purple colored. Features cheery notes of black cherries and wild strawberries with hints of charcoal and fertile loam in the background. The light-bodied palate has nice harmony and purity with silky tannins and a soft-spoken finish."
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Vinum: "Feinduftig, dezent rauchig, dunkle Kirschfrucht, florale Noten; zugänglicher Gaumen, feinkörnige Tannine umhüllen den Fruchtkern, die Säure wirkt stimmig, zieht den Wein in einen langen Abgang. Ein gelungener Wein, der früh Spass machen wird und doch reifen kann."
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The Wine Cellar Insider: "Quite floral in the perfume, from there you find black raspberries, spices, cherries, and cigar box aromas. Medium-bodied, forward, and already easy-to-drink, the finish is vibrant, chalky, fresh, and refreshing. You can enjoy this on release, or age it for at least a decade or more. Made from 65% Merlot, with 35% Cabernet Franc. Drink from 2027-2037."
