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Kirwan 2012
Margaux, Third Growth
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From the Schroder and Schyler family, the 2012 Kirwan is dense ruby/purple and exhibits notes of cassis, licorice and a touch of toasty oak, followed by a medium to full-bodied, concentrated, tightly knit, but very promising Margaux. Concentrated, long and rich, this wine is still playing it close to the vest. It should be at its best in another 5-7 years and last at least two decades. (90+) Score: 90 Robert Parker, Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com Maturity: 2015-2035 01 April 2015 |
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This muscular, firmly structured, intense, powerful 2012 exhibits an attractive ruby/purple color along with aromas of flowers, black currants, vanillin and a hint of graphite. A modern styled Margaux with plenty of muscle, firmness and a more tannic structure than other wines of the appellation, it will benefit from several years of cellaring and can be drunk over the following 12-15 years. Score: 89 - 91 Robert Parker, Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com Maturity: 2013-2028 26 April 2013 |
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Bright and fruity with a subtle currant, strawberry and raspberry character. Medium to full body, fine tannins and a fresh finish. Drink in 2018. Score: 91 James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com Maturity: 2018+ 23 February 2015 |
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Very concise and clear aromas of blackberries and minerals. Full body, with fine tannins and a slightly hollow center palate, but well done for the vintage. Score: 89 - 90 James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com 21 April 2013 |
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Extremely dense. Sappy and vital - most attractive - nose. Then just a hint of green on the palate. But there is energy here. Just a slightly strange (oak?) note. (16.5+ Points) Score: 16 - 17 Jancis Robinson MW, JancisRobinson.com Maturity: 2020-2034 22 April 2013 |
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Lively, with a sleek, polished toast coating the core of boysenberry and blackberry fruit. A bit primal, with grippy tannins and bittersweet ganache on the finish. Shows solid depth. Score: 89 - 92 James Molesworth, Wine Spectator 08 April 2013 |