Austere on the opening, as seems to be the case with limestone-dominant soils in the vintage, but has good lift, understated, quality black fruits, this is enjoyable. Soft spices, slate, lemongrass acidities. Harvest 25 September to 7 October, 13 hl/ha yield, 60% new oak. 88 points

The 2024 Dalem offers very good depth and fine overall balance. Ripe dark cherry, plum, mocha, new leather, chocolate, licorice and spice meld together on the glass. Pliant and creamy, with notable persistence, Dalem is very nicely done in 2024. 89-91 points

The 2024 Dalem has a perfumed, floral, Margaux-like bouquet with black cherry, raspberry coulis and violet scents. The palate is medium-bodied with grainy tannins framing its black, slightly toasty fruit. Yet at least this Fronsac displays cohesion and poise on the finish. Drink it over the next decade. 89-91 points