Tertre (Margaux) 2011

A seductive 2011, Du Tertre exhibits a dense purple color along with an attractive, fragrant, flowery nose of red and black fruits, licorice and a touch of earth. With good texture, medium body, an excellent finish, and no hard edges, it can be enjoyed over the next 10-15 years.

Score: 88

Robert Parker, Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com Maturity: 2014-2029 01 April 2014

The du Tertre is a blend of 10% Merlot, 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Petit Verdot and 20% Cabernet Franc (a high percentage) picked from 8th to 27th September. I actually left my sample glass to unwind over 10 minutes at it made a huge difference. The nose offers ripe blackberry and raspberry fruit, well integrated oak and some lovely orange blossom aromas with time. The palate is medium-bodied with a plush, rounded entry. It has slightly lower acidity than its peers but is very sensual with supple fresh strawberry and raspberry towards the finish. Very fine. Tasted April 2012.

Score: 89 - 91

Neal Martin, Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com 30 April 2012

Rich ripe nose with hints of mocha, milk cholalate and dark fruits. Very vibrant with layers of soft, rich, velvety fruits. Medium structure with a persistent finish. This is a very well put together and impressive Mouton. 90% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Merlot, and 3% Cabernet Franc

Score: 16

Jancis Robinson MW, JancisRobinson.com Maturity: 2017-2027 16 April 2012

This is really well done with soft tannins and berry, cherry and chocolate character. Full body, with round tannins. This year has more Cabernet Franc with 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Cabernet Franc, 10% Merlot, and 10% Petit Verdot.

Score: 91 - 92

James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com 01 April 2012