Chateau Tronquoy Lalande 2018

Château Tronquoy-Lalande is a distinguished Saint-Estèphe estate producing structured yet approachable Bordeaux with aromas of blackcurrant, blackberry, cedar, graphite, tobacco, and violet. Concentrated dark fruit, polished tannins, and fresh acidity lead to a long, elegant finish with excellent aging potential.

Food Pairing: Pair with grilled ribeye, roast lamb, venison, duck confit, braised beef, aged Comté, or wild mushroom dishes.

93 Points - James Suckling

Wonderful aromas of blackcurrants, blackberries and flowers with some plums. It’s full-bodied with firm, silky tannins that are long and polished. Nice, linear ending that drives long and pretty. Give this three or four years to open. Try after 2024.

92 Points - Wine Enthusiast

Under the same ownership as Château Montrose, this estate is performing right up to its potential. With its rich tannins, dark-chocolate flavors and smoky wood aging character, the wine is coming together well. It should be ready from 2026.