Château Poujeaux -.Subskription-

93/100 Jane Anson, Inside Bordeaux Always an estate that works hard and is often a good bet across a variety of vintage conditions. It works again in 2023, prety austere right now, layers of tannic architecture along with signature mint leaf and cigar box. No question this will age, don't rush it, needs time to unwind, feels like an impressive Left Bank claret full of classic character, and confident tannic architecture. High propotion of Petit Verdot, 33% new oak for ageing, 38hl/ha yields, after hail on a small prt of the vineyard. - Jane Anson 92-93/100 Yvesbeck.wine Poujeaux ist weniger von seiner Reifung geprägt als in der Vergangenheit. Sein Bouquet offenbart fruchtige Noten und Frische durch schwarze Johannisbeeren und Eukalyptus. Am Gaumen ist Poujeaux linear und von mittlerer Dichte. Gleichzeitig verfügt er über muskulöse Tannine, die gemeinsam mit der Säurestruktur Kraft und Potenzial bilden. Im Abgang zeigt sich der Wein am ausdrucksstärksten, was ein gutes Zeichen ist; er ist frisch, fruchtig und lang anhaltend. Ein vielversprechender Wein! - Yves Beck 92-93/100 Jamessuckling.com The tight tannins and pretty fruit are very attractive now, with medium body and a juicy finish. I like it. - James Suckling 91-93/100 The Wine Cellar Insider Licorice, black currants, mint, tobacco, and cedar, with flowers open the perfume. On the palate, the wine is fresh, and filled with chewy black, with red currant, anise, spice, and flowers. There is a vibrancy that lingers on the palate, and in the finish that give the wine a real upbeat nuance. The wine blends 55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 35% Merlot, and 10% Petit Verdot, 12.5% ABV, 3.8 pH. Drink from 2028-2042. 91-93 Pts. - Jeff Leve 91-93/100 Vinous The 2023 Poujeaux was picked from September 18 to October 4 andmatured in 30% new oak. The first couple of samples tasted didn't quite engage as much as a third bottle on the penultimate day's tasting, which seems more representative. This Moulis, owned by the Cuvelier family (Clos Fourtet) has a tempting nose with blackberry, wild strawberry, incense and crushed violet scents—well defined and focused, blossoming nicely in the glass. There's good energy and vibrancy. The palate is medium-bodied with crunchy black fruit. Perhaps just a little gritty in terms of texture, there is a bit of rigidity apropos the tannins on the finish. Hopefully, it will gain more elegance once in bottle, but it feels as if it will meld together during élevage. - Neal Martin 91/100 Falstaff Dark ruby, purple reflections. Dark nougat, some cassis, blackberries, ripe plums, inviting bouquet. Medium body, ripe cherries, integrated tannins, subtle fruit in the finish, a versatile food wine. - Peter Moser 90-92/100 Vinous The 2023 Poujeaux is plump, juicy and super-inviting right out of the gate. Inky dark fruit, sweet spice and floral accents caress the palate, all framed by supple, silky tannins. There's a bit more Petit Verdot in the blend this year, and that comes through in the wine's dark flavor profile and structural feel. This is a fine vintage for Poujeaux. Tasted four times. - Antonio Galloni