2020 Chateau Clarke, Listrac-Medoc 1x75cl

Antonio Galloni 93

The 2020 Clarke is a jewel of a wine. A blast of dark plum, espresso, leather, scorched earth and dried herbs makes a strong opening statement. Deep and packed to the core, Clarke is super-impressive in 2020. I would give the tannins a few years to soften. This is a fabulous showing. [Antonio Galloni, 23/02/2023]

Anticipated maturity: 2026-2040

Neal Martin 91

The 2020 Clarke has a classically-styled bouquet with strict blackberry, graphite and mint aromas that might lead you towards Pauillac instead of Listrac. The palate is medium-bodied with grainy tannins, well balanced with a fresh line of acidity. The oak is neatly assimilated on the finish that feels smooth and enticing. This is an excellent Chateau Clarke. [Neal Martin, 08/02/2023]

Anticipated maturity: 2025-2040

JancisRobinson.com 16.5

Full bottle 1,160 g. 70% Merlot and 30% Cabernet Sauvignon. The 30-year-old vines pruned to double Guyot and managed with natural grass cover. Hand-picked, sorted and destemmed. Transferred to vats via gravity flow for cold soaking followed by fermentation in both oak and stainless-steel tanks with pumnpovers and racking. Winemakers Eric Boissenot and technical director Fabrice Darmaillacq. Natural-cork closure. TA 3.46 g/l, pH 3.64, RS 0.4 g/l. Certified sustainable (HVE) natural cork. Available in Waitrose Cellar only.Ageing gracefully, this still shows a youthful colour in the glass. Quite chunky tannins and a bit of a four-square character support the Listrac origin. Pretty expensive for what it offers. (AWH) [20/05/2026]

Anticipated maturity: 2026-2030