Tasting Notes
JancisRobinson.com 16.5
Vinification integrale. Tasted blind. Rich, ripe nose but not overpoweringly so. Good freshness on the palate – as well as sweetness. Just a little note of charriness on the end.
Anticipated maturity: 2026-2040
Robert Parker 90
A blend of 75% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Franc and 10% Cabernet Sauvignon, the medium to deep garnet-purple colored 2018 Clos St. Martin offers up pronounced scents of stewed black plums, black cherry compote and dried Mediterranean herbs with hints of graphite, crushed rocks and cedar chest. Medium to full-bodied, it has a slightly chewy frame at this early stage coming from the wood tannins and a cedary undercurrent drawing attention from the compelling black fruits, finishing with nice freshness if a little woody. Give it a good 4-5 years for the oak to marry and soften, then drink it over the next 15 years or more.
Anticipated maturity: 2025-2040
Vinous 95
The 2018 Clos Saint-Martin is racy, supple and so expressive. Crushed flowers, mint, blood orange and raspberry all build with a bit of time in the glass, framed by ripe, silky tannins that make the 2018 a pure joy to taste today. The 2018 can be enjoyed with minimal cellaring, but also has the depth and verve to drink well for a number of years. It’s a terrific effort from proprietor Sophie Fourcade.
Anticipated maturity: 2024-2043
