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Dauzac 2015

Margaux, Fifth Growth

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Tasting Notes

The 2015 Dauzac has a wonderful nose that is just pure unadulterated Margaux, very pure and floral with ebullient black cherry and cassis aromas. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannin, a fine thread of acidity, very harmonious and with superb depth. This has really come on impressively in barrel and could be one of the hidden gems of the vintage. Do not underestimate this lil' gem.

Score: 93

Neal Martin, Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com Maturity: 2020-2038 01 March 2018

The 2015 Dauzac is a blend of 72% Cabernet Sauvignon and 28% Merlot, the highest percentage of the former in recent years, and matured in 60% new oak barrels. It has a tightly wound but precise bouquet with scents of blackberry cassis and a hint of violet - very polished and focused. The palate is medium-bodied with grainy tannin, pure black fruit laced with graphite and spice, gently building in the mouth, finishing with a precise and quite sustained, Pauillac-inspired grace. This is an excellent wine from the estate that will give 20-25 years of drinking pleasure.

Score: 91 - 93

Neal Martin, Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com Maturity: 2020-2045 28 April 2016

Plenty of richness and depth to this excellently focused and pure expression of Margaux. Rich plum-fruit aromas and flavors are delivered amid very powerful, fresh tannins. A class act. Try from 2023.

Score: 94

James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com 02 February 2018

This is tight and structured with beautiful blackberry and blueberry character. Full and intense. Very long and attractive. Energetic. Superb.

Score: 93 - 94

James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com 30 April 2016

High in fruit and in oak, all the elements here are pushed to the brink for great impact. Although it feels just a little overworked, I do very much like the drama of being held in its grip without feeling too tightly squeezed. This is a good wine with clear ageing potential, packed full of liquorice and cassis. This is the second vintage with the new vat room, showcasing a renewed era at Dauzac. Eric Boissenot is consultant and Philippe Roux technical director. 60% new oak. High in fruit and in oak, all the elements here are pushed to the brink for great impact. Although it feels just a little overworked, I do very much like the drama of being held in its grip without feeling too tightly squeezed. This is a good wine with clear ageing potential, packed full of liquorice and cassis. This is the second vintage with the new vat room, showcasing a renewed era at Dauzac. Eric Boissenot is consultant and Philippe Roux technical director. 60% new oak. Drinking Window 2025 - 2040 Read more at http://www.decanter.com/wine-reviews/france/bordeaux/chateau-dauzac-margaux-5eme-cru-classe-bordeaux-2015-15457#F6YFo6BhtBeq7RQK.99

Score: 94

Jane Anson, Decanter.com Maturity: 2025-2040 02 November 2017

The 2015 Dauzac offers terrific immediacy and plenty of up-front appeal. Black cherry, tobacco, mocha, new oak, spice, leather and grilled herbs give the Dauzac lovely shades of darkness and overall complexity. Today, the oak is a bit pronounced, but the wine appears to have more than enough density to balance things out.

Score: 88 - 90

Antonio Galloni, Vinous.com 01 April 2016