Chateau Certan de May 2011

19 WEINWISSER: "Extrem dunkles Purpur mit lila und violetten Reflexen. Cassis, Brombeeren, Heidelbeeren, Honig, Chartreuse-Kräutertöne, Tabak. Im Gaumen fest, fleischig, intensive Adstringenz, fest im Biss und wieder viel schwarze Beeren, welche die dramatische Konzentration dieses grossen Pomerols anzeigen, Teer, Pflaumen und Trüffel im überlangen Finale. Eine bewegende Fassprobe. Definitiver Kauftipp."

92-94 WINE ENTHUSIAST: "92-94. Barrel sample. Firm and concentrated, this wine has great structure and density along with acidity and berry flavor. There is an attractive final spicy element."

90-91 JAMES SUCKLING: "Aromas and flavors of dark berries and chocolate follow through to a a full body, with chewy tannins and a medium finish. Well done for the vintage."

90 WINESPECTATOR: "Shows a slight edge, with charcoal, game and tobacco notes out front. The core of steeped fig and macerated black currant fruit is studded with ganache and waits in reserve. Reveals a smoldering edge on the finish, offering a flicker of game. Best from 2016 through 2023."