2009 Château Larrivaux

Description

“A blend of 64% Cabernet Sauvignon, 22% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Franc 3% Petit Verdot, this has a fine crisp dark brambly nose: good definition with hints of black olive tapenade and a touch of smoke. The palate is medium-bodied with a lovely, slightly “digestif” entry, good acidity, very well balanced with and fine, quite racy finish. Very fine.” Tasted March 2010. 89-91 pts, Neal Martin

“A tasty Haut-Medoc with notes of black currants, loamy soil, tobacco leaf and underbrush, this wine should drink nicely for 10 or more years.” (2/2012) Robert Parker for Wine Advocate

“A fruity and attractive young red, with plum and currant on the nose and palate. Medium-bodied, with fine tannins. Clean red.” (2010) Wine Spectator