2020 Chateau Soutard Grand Cru Classe, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 1x75cl

Antonio Galloni 95

The 2020 Soutard is stellar. Rich, ample and super-expressive, the 2020 impresses with its elegant, stylish personality. Rose petal, mint, mocha and sweet spice complement a core of red/purplish fruit, with pretty floral top notes that extend the finish gracefully. Firm yet nicely balanced tannins wrap it all together. This is beautifully done. [Antonio Galloni, 23/02/2023]

Anticipated maturity: 2025-2045

Neal Martin 91

The 2020 Soutard has quite an opulent bouquet of blueberry, blackberry, pencil box and light tarry scents, perhaps needing to show a little more delineation and focus. That may come with barrel/bottle age. The palate is medium-bodied with pliant tannins and a fine bead of acidity that cuts through the slightly tarry black fruit. It does not fan out like some other Saint-Emilions this vintage, but maybe it is biding its time. This Soutard might only show its potential after bottling. [Neal Martin, 26/05/2021]

Anticipated maturity: 2026-2048

JancisRobinson.com 16.5+

60% Merlot, 25% Cabernet Franc, 12% Cabernet Sauvignon, 3% Malbec. Certified HVE (Haute Valeur Environnementale) at Level 3. Thermoregulated wooden and stainless-steel tanks. Aged in wooden barrels (new and old).Rich and round with some refreshment value too though the elements are currently unintegrated. Quite a charmer that should blossom. (JR) [09/11/2022]

Anticipated maturity: 2027-2040