In Bond Fine Wine. 2019 Château Quintus, Saint Emilion, Bordeaux, France. Red Bordeaux in 6x75cl. Top critic score: 94/100 (NM). Drinking window: 2025–2050. Sold in bond by Albany Vintners, independent fine wine merchants.
Jeb Dunnuck (JD) — 95–97/100 · JebDunnuck.com, 30/06/2020
The Grand Vin is the 2019 Chateau Quintus, which is usually Merlot with a solid splash of Cabernet Franc. The finest vintage I've tasted from this address (I, unfortunately, wasn't able to taste the 2018 last year), its dense purple color is followed by a deep, brooding bouquet of black cherries, blackcurrants, chocolate, tobacco, crushed stone, and camphor. It takes air to open up, but it has st…
Jane Anson (JA) — 95/100 · Inside Bordeaux, 26/01/2022 · Drink 2026-2040
Quintus gets easier and easier to recommend every year, and this is full of plump, confident and well-balanced fruit, with rich layers of flavour that expand through the palate. Cassis and slate, and the Cabernet Franc plays a large part in adding tension through the mid palate. Harvest 19 September through to 27 September for Merlot, then break until October 7 to 9 for Cabernet Franc. Bottled Ap…
Antonio Galloni (AG) — 92–94/100 · Vinous, 19/06/2020
The 2019 Quintus is dense, racy and also very promising. The blend of 55% Merlot and 45% Cabernet Franc works so well here. Red cherry, red plum, mocha and sweet spice all meld together effortlessly. Silky and medium in body, the 2019 has much to offer. The substantial, resonant finish is especially of note.