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Duhart Milon 2012

Pauillac, Fourth Growth

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Tasting Notes

This property has enjoyed the considerable investments from the Rothschild family and the quality of the wines over the last generation has been increasingly impressive. I’ve always written that if you can’t afford Lafite Rothschild, why not try Duhart Milon, which is not far off the quality of its much more famous neighbor. Spicy, deep ruby/purple with notes of cassis, cedar wood and spice box, the wine is soft, round, juicy, medium-bodied and ideal for drinking now and over the next 15 or so years. It is not one of their finest efforts, but it is certainly well-made, supple-textured and seductive.

Score: 89

Robert Parker, Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com Maturity: 2015-2030 01 April 2015

A blend of 62% Cabernet Sauvignon and 38% Merlot, this 2012 exhibits good ripeness as well as a strong herbaceous streak throughout the aromas and flavors. It is a very good, medium-bodied effort, but it is not as exceptional as some of the Duharts we have seen in recent vintages (2008, 2009 and 2010). It is slightly richer than the second wine of Lafite Rothschild, Carruades.

Score: 87 - 89

Robert Parker, Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com 26 April 2013

Firm and pretty with fine tannins and lovely fruit. Medium-bodied, with good fruit and a medium finish.

Score: 90 - 91

James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com 21 April 2013

The savory tobacco and cassis notes race along, with a charcoal frame. A backdrop of kirsch fill this out, displaying a peppery hint on the lightly dusty finish. Tasted non-blind.

Score: 91 - 94

James Molesworth, Wine Spectator 08 April 2013