2020 Clos Puy Arnaud (Castillon)

Castillon Cotes de Bordeaux
Origin
Belves-de-Castillon, Right bank, Bordeaux FRANCE
Colour
red
Wine Style
dry
Dominant Grape
Merlot
Farming Style
biodynamic
Closure Style
cork
Maturity
drink or keep
Bottle Size
75cl
Case Quantity
6
Alcohol
13%
Wine Score
94 points, Jane Anson, decanter.com, May 2021
90-92 points, Neal Martin, vinous.com, May 2021
17 points, Alistair Cooper MW, jancisrobinson.com, May 2021

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2020 Clos Puy Arnaud (Castillon)

Media Reviews

Jane Anson

A burst of ripe berry fruit on the nose, this has the most gorgeous depth of expression. More tannic than in many years, but not bitter or tight. An excellent wine, walking the line of power and sappy juice. Purity of fruit expression is clear. 3.32pH. Certified biodynamic.10% new oak the rest in large sized oak vats and amphora. Unfiltered and unfined. 94 points

Neal Martin

The 2020 Clos Puy Arnaud has a light blackberry, raspberry and rose petal nose, plus a hint of elderflower in the background. The oak is nicely integrated, although it needs more vigor. The palate is medium-bodied with a sweet candied entry, bitter red fruit infused with orange peel, modest depth, and a slightly savory/dried blood finish where the Cabernet Franc (25%) makes its presence felt. This should age with style. 90-92 points

Alistair Cooper MW

A very vibrant berry-laden nose, raspberry and mulberry and pepper. Such vibrancy, freshness and energy on the palate with fine and detailed tannins, a red-fruit core with lovely texture. Really well-balanced wine that is all about the energy at its core. 17 points

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