2014 Chateau Langoa-Barton - St. Julien 3eme Cru Classe

Robert Parker's Wine Advocate - 93pts - NM: "The 2014 Langoa Barton was impressive in barrel and this bottle-showing completely vindicated that initial enthusiasm. It has an impressive bouquet with redcurrant, blackberry and cedar aromas, with a hint of violet as it opens in the glass. This is lovely. The palate is medium-bodied with succulent ripe black cherry and raspberry fruit on the entry. It comes across as a playful, joyous, exuberant Langoa Barton that is almost sensual on the long finish. What a great 2014 Saint Julien from team Barton! Form an orderly queue and load up on this gem." -03/2017

Vinum Magazin – 17,5/20pts: *Wartet nicht nur mit Dichte und Frische auf, sondern auch mit Tiefe und Komplexität.* - 06/2017

WeinWisser – 18/20pts – RG: *54 % Cabernet Sauvignon, 34 % Merlot, 12 % Cabernet Franc. 60 % neues Holz. Tiefes Purpur, satt in der Mitte, Granatschimmer am Rand. Florales, würziges Bouquet, dunkle Pflaumen, zeigt eine schöne Dichte und Tiefe. Im Gaumen samtig, fleischig mit sehr guter Substanz. Die Anlagen sind sehr, sehr gut. Das wird (wieder einmal) ein grossartiger Wert. Ich setze ihn zu seinen besten Jahrgängen. Wobei der 2005er für mich dann doch bisher unerreicht ist.* - 04/2015

04/15: *Sappy kirsch and blackberry coulis notes form the core, with ample tar, ganache and bramble flavors
filling in the finish. Displays lots of chewy grip but has the flesh to match. Rock-solid.—J.M.* (91-94/100)

JancisRobinson.com - 16,5+/20pts - JR: *Very dark crimson. Medium-sweet attack on the nose. Luscious fruit and then some inkiness. Relatively
juicy rather than tannic though there are lots of tannins too. Solid St-Julien and only very slightly green and
astringent. Drink 2024-2038* -04/2015

JamesSuckling.com - 92pts - JS: *Firm and balanced with blueberries, blackberries and hints of citrus and minerals. Medium body, fine tannins and a fresh finish. Best after 2017.* -02/2015

Vinous.com – 91 pts – AG: *The 2014 Langoa-Barton is pliant, open-knit and succulent. Sweet red berry, tobacco, licorice and dried flowers all develop nicely, but it is the wine's midpalate juiciness and suppleness that stand out. The oak and tannins could use a bit more time to settle down. Otherwise, this is very nicely done. Tasted two times.* - 02/2017