Monbousquet

2021

James Suckling 92: Blueberry and lavender aromas with hints of chocolate follow through to a medium body, with round tannins that are lightly firm and deliver lovely flavors. Shows balance and harmony. Drink or hold.

Vinous 92: The 2021 Monbousquet is a very pretty wine. Crushed flowers, red cherry fruit, plum, mocha, licorice and rose petal are nicely lifted. In 2021, Monbousquet is delicate, savory and super-expressive, with a saline-tinged finish. Give it a few years.

Decanter 90: Smoky and slightly spicy on the nose, chocolate and cherries with soft floral scents. Tight and nicely constructed, still lean - the tannins have a salty grip on the tongue, but there's good depth of dark fruit with just chalky, powderiness on the finish. Really dark fruit. Nice acidity, not plump, more straight with lashings of liquorice and bitter tones on the finish.