APPEARANCE
The color is intense and deep.

NOSE
Its complex nose combines black fruits, such as blackcurrant, black cherry and blueberry, and smoky notes of the terroir, with a touch of spice and pepper.

PALATE
The attack, softand silky, evolves towards a full and harmonious mouth. A nice balance between tannins and freshness, which develops through a very nice length.

AGEING
14 months in 40% new French oak.

PAIRING
Pairs excellently with classic meat dishes such as lamb chops, ribeye steak, and roast beef. Hard, aged cheeses like Comté, aged Cheddar and Parmesan are recommended to complement its savory profile.

RATINGS

96pts

95pts

4.2

APPEARANCE
A deep, dense, purple colour.

NOSE
The nose is intense and aromatic, with fruity (red and black fruits), spicy (liquorice) and slightly smoky notes.

PALATE
The palate is powerful and fresh with wellrounded tannins.
Good length on the finish.

AGEING
12 months in French oak barrel.

PAIRING
It goes well with duck with complex sauce, braised lamb with spices and hard seasoned cheeses.

READINESS FOR DRINKING
Optimal tasting between 2023-2028.

RATINGS

91pts

3.8

APPEARANCE
A rich garnet red with purple reflections.

NOSE
The nose of 2016 Lacroix-Martillac reveals ripe fruit backed by smokey aromas.

PALATE
The palate is rich and fruity with a presence of powerful but rounded tannins. A long fresh finish.

AGEING
12 months in French oak barrel.

PAIRING
It goes well with duck with complex sauce, braised lamb with spices and hard seasoned cheeses.

READINESS FOR DRINKING
Drink now over the next 10 years.

RATINGS

92pts

4