2016 Chateau Potensac, Cru Grand Bourgeois Medoc (1 x Double Magnum)
Quite deep with an expressive nose of cassis, mocha and oak. The palate is medium bodied with great depth of fruit, fine texture and an elegant approachable finish.
2016 Chateau Potensac, Cru Grand Bourgeois Medoc (1 x Double Magnum)
Quite deep with an expressive nose of cassis, mocha and oak. The palate is medium bodied with great depth of fruit, fine texture and an elegant approachable finish.
| Producer | Chateau Potensac |
|---|---|
| Sub-Region | Haut-Medoc |
| Region | Bordeaux |
| Country | France |
| Grape Variety | Bordeaux Blend |
| Vintage | 2016 |
| Colour | Red |
| ABV | 14.00% |
| Style | Medium , Dry |
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Robert Parker Wine Advocate
Blended of 44% Merlot, 39% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Cabernet Franc and 2% Petit Verdot, the medium to deep garnet-purple colored 2016 Potensac features chocolate box and Sichuan pepper scents with a core of cassis, warm blackberries, kirsch and menthol. Medium to full-bodied, it has a great core of expressive black fruits, grainy tannins and lovely freshness, finishing with a red fruit lift.
90 Points / Drinking 2020 - 2035
By Lisa Perrotti-Brown / November 2018
Vinous
The 2016 Potensac bristles with energy. Bright aromatics, mouthwatering acidity and finely sculpted fruit elevate the 2016 to a lofty position among the best wines in its class. Graphite, crushed rocks, lavender, blue/purplish fruit and exotic flowers abound in this tasty, midweight Médoc from Jean-Hubert Delon.
89-92 Points
By Antonio Galloni / April 2017
Vinous
The 2016 Potensac bristles with energy. Bright aromatics, mouthwatering acidity and finely sculpted fruit elevate the 2016 to a lofty position among the best wines in its class. Graphite, crushed rocks, lavender, blue/purplish fruit and exotic flowers abound in this tasty, midweight Médoc from Jean-Hubert Delon.
89-92 Points
By Antonio Galloni / April 2017
Vinous
The 2016 Potensac is a huge overachiever. Succulent black cherry, plum, spice, leather, licorice and lavender flesh out in this striking, deeply flavored Médoc. Inky, racy and super-expressive, the 2016 is a wine of pure and total seduction. Jean-Hubert Delon’s entire portfolio is impressive in 2016, but the wines from Potensac are especially of note. Tasted two times.
92 Points / Drinking 2021 - 2036
By Antonio Galloni / January 2019
Vinous
The 2016 Potensac is a huge overachiever. Succulent black cherry, plum, spice, leather, licorice and lavender flesh out in this striking, deeply flavored Médoc. Inky, racy and super-expressive, the 2016 is a wine of pure and total seduction. Jean-Hubert Delon s entire portfolio is impressive in 2016, but the wines from Potensac are especially of note. Tasted two times.
92 Points / Drinking 2021 - 2036
By Antonio Galloni / January 2019
Vinous
The 2016 Potensac contains earlier-picked Merlot and later-picked Cabernet, according to the estate. It offers blackberry, sous-bois and crushed stone on the nose, the new oak (one-third) finely integrated and focused. The palate is medium-bodied with grainy tannin and a fine bead of acidity, delivering a mixture of red and black fruit and a lightly spiced, almost gentle finish of satisfying length. I appreciate the nonchalant, easygoing nature of this Potensac, which should give immense pleasure over the next 15 to 20 years.
91 Points / Drinking 2020 - 2036
By Neal Martin / January 2019
Vinous
The 2016 Potensac has a ripe, pure-fruit-driven bouquet of black cherries and bilberry fruit, developing lovely floral aromas. The palate is medium-bodied with fleshy ripe black fruit and fine mineralité. There is a subtle marine influence at play toward the finish, and a dash of white pepper on the aftertaste. Enjoyable. Tasted blind at the Southwold tasting.
92 Points / Drinking 2020 - 2036
By Neal Martin / August 2020
Vinous
The 2016 Potensac has a ripe, pure-fruit-driven bouquet of black cherries and bilberry fruit, developing lovely floral aromas. The palate is medium-bodied with fleshy ripe black fruit and fine mineralité. There is a subtle marine influence at play toward the finish, and a dash of white pepper on the aftertaste. Enjoyable. Tasted blind at the Southwold tasting.
92 Points / Drinking 2020 - 2036
By Neal Martin / August 2020