2016 d`Aiguilhe (Cotes de Castillon)
Secondary Description
Origin
St-Philippe d`Aiguilhe, Right bank, Bordeaux, FRANCE
Colour
red
Wine Style
dry
Dominant Grape
Merlot
Farming Style
conventional
Closure Style
cork
Maturity
ready
Bottle size
75cl
Case Quantity
6
Score
90-92 points, Neal Martin, robertparker.com, Apr 2017
91 pts, Jane Anson, decanter.com, April 2017
90-92 pts, Antonio Galloni, vinous.com, Apr 2017
89 pts, Tim Atkin MW, timatkin.com, Apr 2017
16+ pts, Jancis Robinson, jancisrobinson.com, Apr 2017
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Media Reviews
Neal Martin
The 2016 Chateau d`Aiguilhe is a blend of 85% Merlot and 15% Cabernet Franc picked from 30 September until 18 October, matured in 30% new oak. It has a warm and sensual bouquet: small macerated black cherries, blueberry and sloes, a light floral tincture emerging with time. This has a little more strictness compared to the 2015 last year. The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannin and good body. Sappy black fruit, a touch of spice towards the finish, and you have yourself a very fine Cotes de Castillon. 90-92 points
Jane Anson
This takes its time to open in the glass, slowly revealing its flavours one at a time, starting with tight, dark-fleshed brambly fruits and chocolate. Polished, glossy and vibrant. 91 points
Antonio Galloni
The 2016 d`Aiguilhe is gorgeous. A rush of cherry, red plum, espresso, sweet spice and flowers makes a strong first impression. Plump, juicy and beautifully resonant in the glass, the 2016 hits all the right notes. This succulent, inviting wine is a terrific effort from Stephan von Neipperg and his team. Tasted two times. 90-92 points