James Suckling (2019) 92 - 93 / 100

This is dense and layered with a dark-fruit and earth undertone, not to mention the mushrooms and hazelnuts. Full-bodied. Juicy fruit and tannins.

Decanter (2022) 92 / 100

VALEUR SÛRE : So often this represents brilliant value in Pauillac, and again this is worth seeking out. Full of charcoal and pencil lead and cassis. A lovely wine with a fine tannic frame. 1% Petit Verdot completes the blend. A yield of 52hl/ha. Drinking Window 2023 - 2038

Markus del Monego 91 / 100

Dark purple red colour with violet hue and almost black core. Aromatic nose with distinct blackcurrant aroma, hints of mild spices and vanilla in the background. On the palate well structured with firm yet ripe tannins, juicy fruit and good length.

Yves Beck (2020) 90 / 100

Robe rouge grenat dense aux reflets pourpres. Le bouquet est bien inspiré du terroir et de son élevage au travers de notes graphite, de baies noires et de réglisse. En bouche le vin a du corps mais également de la finesse. Il est équilibré, doté de tannins parfaitement intégrés et d’une bonne expression aromatique. 2023-2036

Jeff Leve (2021) 90 / 100

Crisp, chewy, ripe, juicy, with tobacco leaf, cedar and red currants on the nose and classically styled palate. This is probably the finest Haut-Bages Monpelou ever produced.

Vinous (N. Martin) (2021) 89 / 100

The 2018 Haut-Bages-Monpelou retains the exuberance and outgoing personality that I found from barrel, maybe less floral than previously yet packed full of blackberry and blueberry fruit, and more peppermint scents evolving with aeration. The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannins and plenty of tobacco-infused black fruit. The finish has mellowed nicely during barrel maturation and, yes, developed the finesse I was seeking more of back then. This is a fine contribution from one of Pauillac’s less heralded names.

JM Quarin (2019) / 100

Couleur sombre et intense. Joli nez au fruité pur et intense. Bouche parfumée et délicatement grasse, avec de l'éclat dans le goût. Longueur normale. C'est très bon

Appellation	Pauillac
Superficie	15 ha
Encépagement	Cabernet Sauvignon 70% - Merlot 24% - Cabernet Franc 5% - Petit Verdot 1%
Age moyen des vignes	30 ans
Vinification	Fermentation et macération de 14 à 18 jours en cuves inox
Elevage	Barriques neuves à 30% durant 18 mois