Good intensity to the flavours here, enjoyable, juicy, slate textured tannins, this has a kick of minerality - textured, grip, juice, the austerity feels well earned and not intrusive, with salinity and sappy cool blueberry fruits, cold ash on the finish. Another great value success from Nicolas Thienpont. Harvest 4 to 8 October. 20% new oak. Cabernet Franc from a massal selection from St Emilion., and this is the highest amount to date In organic conversion. Derenoncourt Consultants, 42hl/h yield. 92 points

The 2024 La Prade is fabulous. In fact, the 2024 is one of the very best vintages I have tasted. The change of blend in favor of Cabernet Franc has significantly elevated La Prade. Dynamic and vibrant in the glass, with striking depth, the 2024 is seriously impressive. Espresso, mocha, licorice, incense and lavender lift a core of blue/purplish fruit. This is one of the revelations of 2024. Don`t miss it! 92-94 points