Chateau Desmirail 2016

Château Desmirail is an elegant Margaux Grand Cru Classé offering aromas of blackcurrant, blackberry, violet, cedar, graphite, and refined oak spice. Silky tannins, vibrant freshness, and exceptional balance create a sophisticated palate with remarkable finesse and excellent aging potential.

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

93 Points - James Suckling

This has a super spicy, modern and meaty nose with some dark plum, berry and chocolate, sitting fresh. The palate delivers a firm yet sweet impression with plenty of ripe summer berries, swathed in spicy oak to good effect.

92 Points - Jeb Dunnuck

This estate turned out a fabulous 2016 Château Desmirail that shines for its purity, elegance, and finesse, which is very much in the style of the 2016 vintage. Spring flowers, tobacco, menthol, and beautiful blue fruits all emerge from this medium-bodied Margaux that has fine, silky tannins and a great finish. It’s not a blockbuster, but it’s all about purity and finesse.

90 Points - Wine Spectator

This shows steeped plum and blackberry fruit flavors inlaid nicely with juniper and alder notes. There's a velvety edge to the finish, which flows nicely as it pulls the fruit and toast together before showing a flicker of warm earth at the very end.