Chateau Pierre 1er 2021

DECANTER: "A brooding nose, before chewy tannins - which are immediately noticeable - fill the mouth with ripe fruit, but they have a nice delicacy and texture, too - almost comforting and totally harmonious once the initial texture settles, leaving a density of creamy blackcurrant and sweet strawberry. Lovely cooling elements on the finish - mint and eucalyptus. This displays structure, life, tannic power, fruit density, freshness and acidity. It's on the more overt side but extremely captivating and excellent overall. Tasted twice. Michel Rolland consultancy."

JEB DUNNUCK: "The 2021 Château Pierre 1Er does exceptionally well in the vintage, with good ripeness, medium body, and nicely integrated, ripe tannins. More red fruit-driven, it has some classic tobacco and chalky minerality, background oak, and outstanding length. While it already offers pleasure, it will benefit from just a few years in the cellar and easily evolve over the following decade."

JAMES SUCKLING: "Fruity nose with plenty of cherries, bay leaves, dark chocolate and a hint of nutmeg. Juicy and polished on the palate with a medium body and a juicy, medium-long finish. Better in a year or two."