Dauzac 2014

Margaux, Fifth Growth

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Tasting Notes

The 2014 Dauzac continues the upswing in quality at this Margaux estate (as I reported earlier this year when I conducted a vertical at the property). The bouquet is very well defined with wild strawberry, raspberry preserves and cedar notes that seem to blossom in the glass. The palate is medium-bodied with very fine tannin, crisp acidity, superb structure, and a palpable sense of energy and frisson on the finish. What a superb Margaux—the insider's choice, perhaps?

Score: 91

Neal Martin, Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com Maturity: 2018-2032 31 March 2017

The Château Dauzac 2014 has a surprisingly opulent and outgoing bouquet in the making with plump blackberry and blueberry scents, flanked by subtle violet and pastille-like aromas. The oak here is nicely integrated. The palate is fresh and vibrant. It feels linear at the moment, tightly packed and perhaps is missing that peacock's tail on the finish. Staying linear for the time being, this is a classic Dauzac style, fresh in the mouth, a wine that may surprise a few people after bottling. Including myself.

Score: 89 - 91

Neal Martin, Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com Maturity: 2018-2030 30 April 2015

There’s a ripe blackberry note (from the merlot), but the wine remains cool and has serious dry tannins that need a bit of time to resolve. Some power and nice freshness on the finish.

Score: 92

James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com 13 February 2017

A refined and pretty wine with firm tannins, fresh fruits, chocolate, berries and currants. Medium to full body. Flavorful finish. Very well done.

Score: 91 - 92

James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com 27 March 2015

Fine fragrance and good persistence of flavour - more elegant than Dauzac often is at this stage. Good fruit and a good future.

Score: 90

Steven Spurrier, Decanter.com Maturity: 2019-2030 13 April 2015

A hint of cocoa leads the way, followed by dark cherry and plum fruit, finishing with an encore of sweet toast. Has some tension, but the fruit needs to step up to match the toast.

Score: 87 - 90

James Molesworth, Wine Spectator 01 April 2015

Dark crimson. Healthy glow. Rather sumptuous nose. Very flattering and lots of ripe fruit that just about stands up to the tannin and no excess of acid. Good balance.

Score: 16 - 17

Jancis Robinson MW, JancisRobinson.com Maturity: 2023-2036 31 March 2015