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Smoky red and black fruits, tobacco, and leather notes all emerge from the 2023 Château La Prade, another beauty from this team offering medium-bodied richness, a supple, layered mouthfeel, ripe tannins, and outstanding length. This savory, complex, satisfying effort should keep for 7-8 years as well and drink nicely right out of the gate. The blend is 79% Merlot and 21% Cabernet Franc, aging in 40% new French oak.
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James Suckling
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Medium-bodied, forward, with sweetness, and firmness, freshness, ripe, crisp, chewy, rustic, sweet, dark cherries, raspberries, and plums with licorice, florals, spice, and a touch of marine influences on the palate, as well as in the finish. You can enjoy this on release, or age it for at least a decade or more. Made from 79% Merlot, with 21% Cabernet Franc.
The 2023 La Prade is deep garnet-purple in color. Notes of juicy blackberries, cassis, and kirsch jump from the glass, with underlying suggestions of black pepper and lavender. The medium-bodied palate is bright and energetic, with lovely tension and soft, rounded tannins, finishing with a floral burst. The blend is 79% Merlot and 21% Cabernet Franc.
This is very crunchy, with bright blackberries, cherries and some chocolate. Medium body, supporting a solid core of fruit and a flavorful finish. Shows energy. Another excellent wine from limestone soils. 79% merlot and 21% cabernet franc.
About the producer
Nicolas Thienpont purchased this estate in the Francs Côtes de Bordeaux in 2000. The seven hectares of vines average 40 years in age, divided between 85% Merlot and 15% Cabernet Franc, sitting partly on the limestone plateau in the village Saint-Cibard.