Chateau D'aiguilhe 2016 Castillon區之最 ｜名莊「嘉菲貓」同一家族《ZF874B》

James Suckling 92

This is very precise with dark-berry, sandalwood and light chocolate character. Just a hint of sweet fruit and wet earth. Medium body, firm tannins and a pretty finish.

Jeb Dunnuck 92

The 2016 Château d'Aiguilhe checks in as 85% Merlot and 15% Cabernet Franc brought up in 30% new barrels before being bottled with no fining. As with the white, it has brilliant limestone character as well as vibrant strawberry and black raspberry fruits, hints of violets and flowers, background oak, and medium to full-bodied richness. It’s a balanced, high-quality 2016 well worth seeking out. Drink it over the coming 15 years or so.

Vinous 92

The 2016 d'Aiguilhe is absolutely delicious. Succulent, nuanced and inviting, the 2016 has somuch to offer. Ripe cherry, plum, French oak, mocha, new leather and spice all flesh outeffortlessly. Deep, generous and resonant, the 2016 captures all the best the vintage has tooffer. Sweet, silky tannins add to the wine's considerable appeal. lt would be nice to see a bitless overtness to the oak. The wine really does not need it. In 2016, d'Aiguilhe is very pretty.Tasted two times.

Wine Advocate 90-92

The 2016 Chateau d'Aiguilhe is a blend of 85% Merlot and 15% Cabernet Franc picked from 30 September until 18 October, matured in 30% new oak. It has a warm and sensual bouquet: small macerated black cherries, blueberry and sloes, a light floral tincture emerging with time. This has a little more strictness compared to the 2015 last year. The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannin and good body. Sappy black fruit, a touch of spice towards the finish, and you have yourself a very fine Côtes de Castillon.

Wine Spectator 92

Juicy loganberry and black currant fruit forms an inviting core, while light bay, tobacco and violet notes fill in around the fruit. Offers a fleshy edge but keeps an emphasis on cut and drive through the finish.

Decanter 91

Still at a youthful stage, the wine has a meaty, ferrous nuance but is packed with dark fruit behind. The palate is dense and structured with fine but firm tannins and there’s a fresh, saline finish. The power is there but in a subdued manner. Experience tells me it will age.