JEB DUNNUCK 89 - 91 / 100

A blend of Merlot and Cabernet Franc brought up in 50% new oak, the 2017 Château de La Rivière is another inky-colored effort made with the help of consultant Claude Gros. Blueberries, violets, flowers, and some spicy wood all emerge from this fresh, elegant, silky red that has fine tannin, a kiss of minerality, and a fruit-filled, lengthy finish. It's another serious overachiever from an appellation that doesn't get the recognition it deserves.

ROGER VOSS 89 – 91 / 100

Big, firm tannins add structure to rich fruit, this is dark and concentrated with hints of bitter chocolate and juicy acidity. This wine will age well, drink from 2022.

MARKUS DEL MONEGO 90 / 100

Deep purple red with violet hue and black core. Tightly woven nose with rather restrained fruit. On the palate juicy character, well structured and balanced tannins, convincing length. On the palate well balanced with firm tannins, rather medium bodied but with good length.

JAMES SUCKLING 89 – 90 / 100

A juicy and fruity red with dense fruit and hints of white pepper. Full and flavorful,

ADRIAN VAN VELSEN ( vvWine ) 89+ / 100

Toujours dominé au nez par le bois et derrière les cerises noires, herbes séchées, des notes de réglisse, des changements, des spectacles de classe. Démarrage très doux, déjà accessible, fruit précis, moyennement corsé, les tannins sont finement tissés, le vin est structuré, dense mais pas lourd, et toujours en milieu de bouche juteuse, avec le chêne bien intégré. Finale longue durée, se terminant délicatement épicée. Réussi.

Conçu pour la maturité moyenne, peut encore être amélioré. 2020- 2028