著名品酒杂志Decanter

——2011各地区期酒推荐与评分

Chateau Cheval Blanc, 1er Grand Cru Classe A, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2011

A beautiful, understated wine with great depth and intensity. Pure and fragrant with cashmere tannins and great length and line. A resounding success for the first vintage in the new winery. Remains true to style. Drink 2018-2040. (18.5 points)

 

Chateau Ausone, 1er Grand Cru Classe A, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2011

As usual, a precise and elegant offering from this consistent estate. The limestone plateau and 55% Cabernet Franc provide line, length and finesse. It has plenty of dark, crunchy fruit and a deceptively strong tannic frame. Drink 2020-2040. (18.5 points)

 

Chateau Angelus, 1er Grand Cru Classe B, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2011

Hallmark purple-black colour. Impressively concentrated for the vintage, offering dense, dark, vibrant fruit. Aromatically complex with cassis, spice, chocolate and orange zest notes. Full-bodied with a powerful tannic frame. Drink 2018-2035. (18 points)

 

Chateau Pavie, 1er Grand Cru Classe B, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2011

Dark, saturated colour. Very ripe with blackcurrant and raisined fruit notes. Concentrated fruit on the palate, a touch Port-like but handles the powerful tannic structure of the wine. A bold, long-term statement. Drink 2020-2035. (17.5 points)

 

Chateau Troplong-Mondot, Grand Cru Classe B, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2011

Dark and modern but the power commensurate with the vintage. Intense, spicy and rich but a little less force and more finesse. Drink 2020-2030. (17.5 points)

 

Chateau Larcis-Ducasse, Grand Cru Classe, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2011

Opulent but serious with lively, ripe fruit overlaying a firm, long-ageing structure. Great balance between the fruit and limestone terroir. Premier grand cru classé level. Drink 2020-2035. (17.5 points)

 

Chateau Beau-Sejour Becot, 1er Grand Cru Classe B, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2011

Deep crimson hue. Attractive fruit with just a hint of raisined ripeness but the palate is firm, fresh and long. Balanced and satisfying. Drink 2018-1030. (17 points)

 

Clos Fourtet, 1er Grand Cru ClasseB, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2011

Crimson hue. Attractive fruit on the nose. Fresh palate with a fine, firm structure. A well-crafted wine minus the depth and intensity of the last three years. Drink 2018-2030. (17 points)

 

Chateau Pavie-Macquin, 1er Grand Cru Classe B, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2011

Contrast of ripe, 'confit' aromatics and firm, muscular structure. A steely acidity emphasising the latter. Volume and depth but a bit of a bruiser that will need time. Drink 2020-2035. (17 points)

 

Chateau Canon, 1er Grand Cru Classe B, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2011

Pure and refined but without the Eclat of the last three vintages. Still very fine and satisfying. In harmony with the vintage. Drink 2018-2030. (17 points)

 

Chateau la Gaffeliere, 1er Grand Cru Classe B, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2011

Fresh and elegant, as is the style. Less opulence than 2009 and 2010 but attractive fruit and plenty of charm and finesse. Chalky terroir evident. Drink 2020-2035. (17 points)

 

Chateau Beausejour (Duffau-Lagarrosse), 1er Grand Cru Classe B, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2011

Attractive fruit with a hint of oak. Acidity is a little strident but it has a firm, long, structured palate. Awkward at the tasting but potential here. Drink 2018-2030. (17 points)

 

Chateau la Dominique, Grand Cru Classe, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2011

Ripe and zesty with a generous volume of fruit and a tight, firm, long finish. Serious wine for ageing. Continues the progression here. Drink 2018-2030. (17 points)

 

Chateau Canon-la-Gaffeliere, Grand Cru Classe, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2011

A truly elegant offering this year. A little more understated than some vintages but lots of zesty fruit, with silky tannins and texture. Length on the finish. Drink 2018-2030. (17.5 points)

 

Chateau Soutard, Grand Cru Classe, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2011

Fine effort this year. Looks to have found the elegance that was missing. Very pure, fresh and digestable with fine, long tannins. Great expression of the terroir. Drink 2018-2028. (16.5 points)

 

Chateau l'Arrosee, Grand Cru Classe, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2011

Fine, fresh and poised. Juicy dark fruit and mineral notes on the palate. It shows good length and balance. A very drinkable wine. Drink 2017-2026. (16.5 points)

 

Chateau Bellevue, Grand Cru Classe, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2011

Deep purple hue. Powerfully structured wine. Not as big as last year but concentrated all the same. Limestone terroir apparent. Tight, firm, long finish. Needs some time. Drink 2018-2028. (16.5 points)

 

Chateau Grand-Mayne, Grand Cru Classe, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2011

Doesn't miss a beat from one year to the next. Solid and structured with generous fruit and a polished texture and tannins. Discreet power. Drink 2018-2030. (16.5 points)

 

Chateau le Prieure, Grand Cru Classe, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2011

Deep colour. Dark fruit, chocolate and liquorice aroma. Fairly plush texture. Ripe but lifted with a long, firm finish. Continues the progress seen in 2009 and 2010. Drink 2018-2028. (16.5 points)

 

Chateau Fleur Cardinale, Grand Cru Classe, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2011

Ripe and generous. Good aromatic complexity - black-currant, violet and liquorish notes. Suave, sweet and warm with a long, firm finish. Drink 2017-2028. (16.5 points)

 

Chateau Figeac, 1er Grand Cru Classe B, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2011

Subtle and understated. Remains within the bounds of the vintage. Medium-bodied and fresh. Elegant but will be too lean for some. Drink 2018-2028. (17 points)

 

Clos Saint-Martin, Grand Cru Classe, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2011

Imposing wine, if a touch austere. Dark, firm and intense. Broad shouldered with a muscular tannic frame. Worth waiting. Drink 2018-2028. (16.5 points)

 

Chateau Laroze, Grand Cru Classe, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2011

Ripe, sweet and fairly forward. Oak apparent. Drying finish. Awkward. Trying a little too hard. Drink 2015-2022. (14.5 points)

 

Chateau Grand Corbin, Grand Cru Classe, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2011

Lighter crimson. Leafy dark fruit nose with a hint of green. The palate is sweet but lean, and the finish a touch drying. Drink 2016-2022. (14.5 points)

 

Chateau Larmande, Grand Cru Classe, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2011

Fresh, fruity, medium-bodied wine. Correct if a little chewy on the finish. Drink 2016-2024. (15 points)

 

Chateau Moulin du Cadet, Grand Cru Classe, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2011

Lighter crimson hue. Briary fruit with a hint of green and light tannic frame. Drink 2017-2024. (15 points)

 

Chateau Ripeau, Grand Cru Classe, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2011

Classic and correct, if a little unexciting. Leafy, dark fruit. Fleshy core. Fresh. Light but ripe tannic frame. Drink 2016-2023. (15 points)

 

Chateau Saint-Georges Cote Pavie, Grand Cru Classe, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2011

Medium-bodied, round and fresh then firmness on the finish. Leafy, dark fruit aroma. Sound if unexciting. Drink 2017-2024. (15 points)

 

Chateau Fonplegade, Grand Cru Classe, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2011

Deep colour. Rather extracted. A bit too 'New Worldish' with a drying finish. Shame as the fruit is there. Drink 2016-2023. (14.5 points)

 

Couvent des Jacobins, Grand Cru Classe, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2011

Accent on the fruit. Light, fine structure for mid-term ageing. Correct. Drink 2016-2026. (15 points)

 

Chateau Chauvin, Grand Cru Classe, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2011

Smooth and pleasant yet oak a little present and it is slightly drying finish. Drink 2016-2024. (15 points)

 

Chateau Faurie de Souchard, Grand Cru Classe, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2011

Medium-bodied wine with a zesty quality to the fruit. Rather tight, tough, chewy tannins. Drink 2017-2024. (15 points)

 

Chateau Haut-Corbin, Grand Cru Classe, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2011

Dark fruit notes with a hint of cassis. Good fruit expression but tannins are a little dry on the finish. Drink 2016-2025. (15 points)

 

Chateau Quintus, Grand Cru Classe, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2011

Formerly Château Tertre Daugay, now in its new guise under the ownership of Domaine Clarence Dillon. Very fresh and linear in style (50% Cabernet Franc). Bright but restrained. Can and will do better. Drink 2017-2026. (16 points)

 

Chateau Balestard la Tonnelle, Grand Cru Classe, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2011

Dark, raisined fruit character. Sweet, with a touch of preserved fruit on the palate and then a drying finish. Balance is a little awkward. Drink 2017-2025. (15 points)

 

Chateau Corbin, Grand Cru Classe, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2011

Fragrant Burgundian note with just a hint of green. Pleasant fruit framed by lightly grainy tannins. A competent mid-weight wine. Drink 2016-2024. (15.5 points)

 

Chateau la Tour du Pin, Grand Cru Classe, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2011

Subtle berry fruit. Gentle texture but solid structure for ageing. Perhaps a little strict in style. Drink 2018-2026. (16 points)

 

Chateau Dassault, Grand Cru Classe, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2011

Good effort from this consistent estate. Rich, Dundee cake aroma. Ripe and layered on the palate but with lift and freshness. Modern but restrained. Drink 2017-2026. (16 points)

 

Clos des Jacobins, Grand Cru Classe, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2011

Dark purple hue. Dense but reserved on the nose with dark fruit notes. Less opulence than recent vintages but good depth of fruit. Freshness and length on the finish. Good potential. Drink 2017-2026. (16 points)

 

Chateau Berliquet, Grand Cru Classe, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2011

Fresh, elegant, medium-bodied wine with gently extracted fruit and a long, clean finish. Drink 2017-2025. (16 points)

 

Chateau Bellefont-Belcier, Grand Cru Classe, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2011

Savoury nose and palate. Good mid-palate fruit, smooth tannins and a fresh, long finish. Less depth but a fine follow up to 2010. Drink 2017-2026. (16 points)

 

Chateau les Grandes Murailles, Grand Cru Classe, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2011

Pure Merlot. Vibrant and fleshy with an energy to the fruit. Shows a certain finesse. Satisfying. Drink 2017-2028. (16 points)

 

Chateau Monbousquet, Grand Cru Classe, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2011

Deep colour. Rich, dark and generous with a ripe tannic frame. Consistent in style and weight. Drink 2017-2026. (16 points)

 

Chateau la Tour Figeac, Grand Cru Classe, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2011

Vibrant with juicy fruit on the palate. Satisfying and natural. Structured for mid-term ageing but will be pleasing early on. Drink 2016-2025. (16 points)

 

Chateau Destieux, Grand Cru Classe, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2011

Solid, if austere wine. Sweet and ripe with good fruit concentration, balancing freshness and a firm, tannic frame. Drink 2018-2026. (16 points)

 

Chateau Fonroque, Grand Cru Classe, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2011

Paler crimson hue. Clean, fresh and expressive with well-worked tannins and a long, firm finish. Chalky terroir evident. Drink 2018-2028. (16 points)

 

Chateau Grand-Corbin-Despagne, Grand Cru Classe, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2011

Lively, fresh and harmonius. A little leaner than recent vintages but an agreeable drinking wine of medium-bodied weight. Drink 2016-2025. (15.5 points)

 

Chateau Franc Mayne, Grand Cru Classe, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2011

Attractive berry fruit with a chalky terroir note. Tannins are a little chewy and it has a firm, dry finish. Drink 2017-2026. (15.5 points)

 

Clos de l'Oratoire, Grand Cru Classe, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2011

A little less convincing this year. Bright fruit and a leaner weight but tannins are a touch angular on the finish. Drink 2016-2025. (15.5 points)

 

Chateau Grand-Pontet, Grand Cru Classe, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2011

A competent no-nonsense wine if a little unexciting. Attractive, clean, berry flavours and well-handled tannins. Drink 2016-2025. (15.5 points)