Another sleeper of the vintage, Senejac’s 2010 (a blend of 48% Cabernet Sauvignon, 37% Merlot and the rest Cabernet Franc with a touch of Petit Verdot) exhibits wonderful intensity, an opaque purple color, and opulent blackberry and blueberry fruit along with hints of charcoal, white chocolate and graphite. This lush, heady, rich wine is a considerable over-achiever from this property in the northern Medoc that can be drunk over the next 6-8 years. 89 points

Tasted blind at the Southwold Bordeaux 2010 tasting. The Chateau Senejac 2010 has a lifted bouquet with bright black and red berry fruit, although there is a slight nagging green note lurking underneath. The palate is medium-bodied with grainy tannins, well-judged acidity and a simple blackberry, tobacco and burnt toast infused finish. This is a competent Bordeaux wine, not quite replicating its strong performance last year, but still no slouch. Tasted January 2014. 89 points