Clos du Marquis 2007

St Julien, Second wine

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Tasting Notes

The 2007 Clos du Marquis felt a little disjointed on the nose with a touch of greenness jarring against the red fruit. The palate is better with sappy red berry fruit, black pepper and bay leaf, grainy in texture with a sinewy, forceful finish that feels a touch rough around the edges. I have encountered less brutish bottles of this Clos du Marquis, hence the question mark against my score. Tasted February 2017. (88?)

Score: 88

Neal Martin, Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com Maturity: 2017-2027 30 June 2017

This is very tight on the nose this year, far more introverted than either the 2005 or 2006 Clos du Marquis. Blackberries, a touch of violets and oyster shell. The palate is impressive - very good fruit concentration, very pure and focused with a lovely caressing silky texture. Opulent towards the finish, this is great success for the vintage. Good length and persistency. Irresistible.

Score: 90 - 92

Neal Martin, Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com 08 April 2008

A classic Medoc with a dark ruby/purple-tinged color, sweet black cherries, cassis, and wood smoke aromas, medium body, and a ripe, generous style, this 2007 is drinking exceptionally well already, and should continue to do so for a decade or more.

Score: 89

Robert Parker, Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com Maturity: 2010-2020 30 April 2010

Score: 90 - 92

Robert Parker, Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com Maturity: Not Stated 01 May 2008

Black licorice and currant aromas lead to a medium body, with a good core of fruit, fine tannins and a delicate finish. Balanced and fine. Drink now. 16,000 cases made

Score: 87

James Suckling, Wine Spectator 31 March 2010

Roses and blackberries, with hints of currants. Full-bodied, with firm and silky tannins and plenty of character. Refined and pretty.

Score: 88 - 90

James Suckling, Wine Spectator 01 April 2008

Good medium ruby. Blackberry, black cherry, licorice and camphor on the nose. Suave on entry, then a bit strict in the middle for a 2007, with real firmness to its black fruit and violet flavors. A moderately dense wine with a medicinal reserve. Finishes with firm, building tannins.

Score: 87 - 89

Stephen Tanzer, - 20 May 2008

Second wine of Léoville Las Cases. Dark and rich crimson. So sweet! Because of the 34.8% Merlot, I assume, with a hint of sandpaper. Very chewy. Very angular. Really quite uncomfortable to taste otherwise. Just too sweet to be sophisticated really. Tarry.

Score: 16

Jancis Robinson MW, JancisRobinson.com Maturity: 2013-2018 10 April 2008

Dense colour, really good ripe blackcurrant fruit, lots of classic Saint-Julien expression with good grip and length, a classy wine. Drink 2013-20.

Score: 17

Decanter, - Maturity: 2013-2020 08 April 2008

Deep dark ruby. Pronounced aromas of black fruits, earth and biscuits. Pleasant with lots of plump fleshy fruit, a glycerol mouthfeel and nice spice. Fades a little too quickly.

Score: 88 - 90

Albany Vintners, - 01 April 2008