93-95 Great structured wine, with violet aromas, a lovely texture. There is a powerful center surrounded by darkly structured black fruits.——R.V.(6/25/2011)—— 94

91-93 Barrel sample. Dark and tannic, very smoky. Perfumed fruits go with oak and a complex structure. The Cabernet tannins are rounded out by juicy Merlot. The alcohol shows in a touch of pepper.——R.V.(8/9/2010)—— 92

93-95 Barrel sample. A small property on one of the best sites in Saint-Emilion, newly released under its own name. It is powerful, dense compact, with dark tannins, an impressive richness. It is full, firm and solid.——R.V.(12/31/2009)—— 94