2023 Citran
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Deep ruby/purple-hued, the 2023 Château Citran has an exotic perfume of red and black berries, iris, spicy wood, and graphite. Based on 52% Merlot, 36% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Cabernet Franc, and 2% Petit Verdot and aged in 30% new French oak with the balance in once- and twice-used barrels and 10% in amphora, it's nicely concentrated, medium-bodied, and focused, with solid tannic grip, integrated acidity, and a good finish. This is a solid, age-worthy Haut-Médoc that will benefit from 2-4 years of bottle age and shine over the following decade. Drink 2030-2040.
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James Suckling
Lisa Perrotti-Brown MW, The Wine Independent
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Black currants, smoked paprika and grilled herbs on the nose of this medium-bodied red. It’s peppery with lightly grainy tannins. Try in 2026.
Lots of floral, cedary spice, and both red and black fruits emerge from the 2023 Château Citran, a medium-bodied Haut-Médoc offering juicy acidity, fine, nicely polished tannins, and a good finish. It's balanced, has a complex, satisfying profile, and at least a decade of longevity.
Medium-bodied, fresh, bright, red berries with floral accents come through easily in the medium-bodied, vibrant, crisp, chalky palate.