Calon Segur 2007

St Estephe, Third Growth

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Tasting Notes

The 2007 Calon Segur has a lovely ferrous bouquet that is just pure Saint Estèphe, maybe a little rustic in style, yet there is presence, impressive intensity and plenty of charm. The palate is medium-bodied with fine definition, not a complex Calon Segur, and you cannot escape the fact that it fades sharply towards the finish. That said, there is freshness in situ, and despite it feeling blocky and broad shouldered, it is the kind of off-vintage Claret that bistros and restaurants love. Drink now because I cannot foresee any improvement in bottle. Tasted February 2017.

Score: 87

Neal Martin, Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com Maturity: 2017-2026 30 June 2017

An elegant, but decidedly earthy wine, the 2007 Calon Segur reveals attractive sweet cherry and red currant fruit intermixed with background soil undertones, and a round, spicy, medium-bodied, finesse-filled style. It should drink well for 7-8 years.

Score: 87

Robert Parker, Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com Maturity: 2010-2018 30 April 2010

Good bright, deep ruby-red. Complex aromas of blackcurrant, chocolate, smoke, leather and flowers. Sweet, lush and ripe, with a rather soft texture to the flavors of chocolate, mocha, brown spices, menthol and black olive. In spite of its noteworthy breadth, this conveys a rather high-pH mouth feel and good rather than outstanding intensity. Finishes with good length and rather soft tannins.

Score: 87 - 89

Stephen Tanzer, International Wine Cellar 20 May 2008

Bright crimson but not blackish purple exaggeration. Sweet start, some gentle fully ripe fruit. Very searing St-Estèphe tannins on the finish but there is definitely juice and flesh here. Neat, dry finish. Very competent. An attempt at gentle texture without sacrificing anything to too much technique.

Score: 16

Jancis Robinson MW, JancisRobinson.com Maturity: 2016-2022 10 April 2008

Medium ruby in colour. Intense dark fruit on the nose with a touch of cedar and mint - very Medocain. Light to medium-bodied with a seamless texture but the fruit loses a bit of intensity in the middle. Barely perceptible tannins and the finish is very gentle indeed. Very approachable. A gorgeous drink but not for the long term.

Score: 88 - 90

Albany Vintners, - 01 April 2008

Fresh and fruity, with lovely currant, blackberry and smoke character. Medium body, fine tannins and a clean, fresh finish. Refined and delicate.

Score: 87 - 90

James Suckling, Wine Spectator 01 April 2008