Chateau Cantemerle 2016

A classic Haut-Médoc with aromas of cassis, blackberry, violet, cedar, graphite, and subtle spice. Elegant yet structured, it offers fine-grained tannins, vibrant acidity, and remarkable balance, delivering a refined Bordeaux with excellent aging potential.

Food Pairing: Pair with roast lamb, grilled ribeye, beef tenderloin, duck breast, aged Comté, Gruyère, or wild mushroom dishes.

94 Points - James Suckling

Plenty of menthol, blackberry and blackcurrant aromas in this elegant, medium-weight Haut-Médoc that’s got as much freshness as ripeness and a long, clean, mineral and herbal finish. An incredibly food-flexible wine! Drink or hold.

93 Points - Wine Enthusiast

Well-integrated tannins give this wine a rich, velvet character that is underlined by the blackberry fruits. The aftertaste is dense, concentrated and rich.

92 Points - Decanter

Sweet fruit on the nose is joined by plum and touches of vanillin. It has a southern Médoc feel, with almost-jammy fruit and a gourmet, damson streak. Edgy tannins hold the appealing, generous fruit, and the acidity is pretty high, but that's a signature of the vintage. A blend of the two Cabernets, Merlot and 4% Petit Verdot, aged for 12 months in oak, 40% new. Eric Boissenot consults.

90 Points - Wine Spectator

Starts with a violet note but turns darker quickly, with dark currant and black cherry preserve flavors forming the core. Nice fresh tobacco and iron details carry the mouthwatering finish. Not big, but focused and tasty. Drink now through 2030.