2020 Taillefer
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Jancis Robinson MW
Alistair Cooper MW, jancisrobinson.com
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The 2020 Taillefer was tasted from two bottles. I must confess that the first left me scratching my head and did not rate it. The second is cleaner and more focused on the nose with blackberry, briary and light tertiary scents. The palate is medium-bodied with sappy black fruit, fine tannins and well-judged acidity. Ah…this is much more like it. Not long, but its precision really develops nicely in the glass. My score is based on the second bottle.
The 2020 Taillefer is forward and luscious, just as it was en primeur. Succulent dark cherry, plum, leather, licorice, tobacco and incense are nicely pushed forward. This mid-weight, supple Pomerol is a total charmer. Best of all, it will drink well with minimal cellaring.
91% Merlot, 9% Cabernet Franc. Lighter weight and frame but tannins finely honed. Ample fruit provides a touch of Pomerol opulence as well. Dry finish. A well-made wine. (JL)