In Bond Fine Wine. 2010 Clos Fourtet, Saint Emilion, Bordeaux, France. Premier Grand Cru Classé B • Red Bordeaux in 12x75cl. Top critic score: 98/100 (RP). Sold in bond by Albany Vintners, independent fine wine merchants.
Clos Forutet is located on the limestone plateau just outside the walls of Saint Emilion.. The 20 hectare vineyard is in a single block, unusually for Saint Emilion and is farmed biodynamically. Owned by the Cuvelier family since 2001 (who also own Chateau Poujeaux in the Medoc), Clos Fourtet has seen a steady rise in quality under the Cuveliers and the guidance of Stephane Derenoncourt, consulting oenologist. Recet vintages such as 2016, 2018, 2019 and 2022 have received considerably acclaim for their balance of purity of fruity, precision and balance, with a profile that reflects its limestone terroir - floral lift and mineral tension.
James Molesworth (JM) — 92–95/100 · Wine Spectator, 31/01/2011
Beautifully polished, with rounded enticing blueberry, raspberry and black cherry fruit that all glides through the spice-tinged finish. Suave and very long, with the structure already embedded.
Albany Vintners (AV) — 93–96/100 · -, 29/04/2011
An opulent but lifted nose of pure black plums, floral notes and talc. Quite mineral with lots of black fruit. Nice balance. Attractive and stylish.
Neal Martin (NM) — 90–92/100 · Wine Advocate, RobertParker.com, 27/04/2011
Deep purple in colour, the Clos Fourtet has a very opulent bouquet with lifted black fruits laced with liquorice and mint. The palate is full-bodied with a ripe, oaky entry, missing a little freshness at the moment though there is a pleasing linearity on the persistent finish. This will show much better in bottle. Tasted April 2011. (90-92+ Points)