As Chateau Talbot’s third vintage under the direction of Jean-Michel Laporte (ex-La Conseillante) overlapped a trio of consecutive great years in Bordeaux, there was every indication that his 2020 would create as much anticipation as his 18’s and 19’s. That expectation was fully justified with the refinement and elegance this St Julien gem continues show.
A blend of 76% Cabernet Sauvignon, 21% Merlot, 3% Petit Verdot, the vintage shows a floral and fruit spectrum on the nose, with blackcurrant, berry and cassis; lifted, concentrated and fresh, its palate is expansive with a delicious lick of minerality, one whose elegance is matched only by a terrific length.
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2020 Chateau Talbot 4eme Cru Classe, Saint-Julien 6x75cl
Red ⋅ Bordeaux ⋅ France
£240 / Case£40 / BottleDuty Status: In BondAvailability: En Primeur
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Tasting Notes
Tasting Notes
Decanter 95
This is a great Talbot, a real success for the château. Subtle and deft touches throughout, from the smoked turmeric notes that lace the black fruits to the finessed aromatics that accompany the body of the wine. Balance and freshness, and a saline edge to the finish that is extremely moreish. Three years with Jean-Michel Laporte as director and he is doing great work.
Anticipated maturity: 2026-2040
Producer ProfileEcho de Lynch Bages:
Producer Profile
Area under vines: 104 hectares
Soils: fine Gunzian gravel on a core of fossil-rich limestone
Average age of the vines: 42 years
Aging: in 50-60% new oak barrels for 14 months
Grape varieties:
- Cabernet Sauvignon 68 %
- Merlot 28 %
- Petit Verdot 4 %
Second wine: Le Connetable Talbot
- Grape varieties:
- Cabernet Sauvignon
- Merlot
- Petit Verdot
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