The 2015 Durfort Vivens has a predictably leafier and more herbaceous bouquet than its Margaux peers, though not unattractive with a slight steely edge. The palate is medium-bodied with quite firm, grainy tannin in the mouth. I appreciate the balance here and compared to recent vintages, there is clearly more fruit concentration on the finish, a pleasant salinity on the aftertaste. For those that prefer a leaner style of Claret, this comes recommended, and as I have seen in the past, it tends to put on weight by the time it is in bottle. 89-91 points

Very pure Margaux fruit showing classy Cabernet of beautiful length and balance. Always discreet at en primeur, this will have a very good future. 92 points

Very dark. Lifted, very wild sort of nose with lots going on there. Round and mentholated. Interesting wine! 17.5 points