2012 Clement Pichon

This property sits on the southern end of the Médoc and is the magnificent estate of the Fayat family. They have produced a very solid Bordeaux for a number of years. There is no doubt a good dosage of Merlot in this wine, given its juicy blackcurrant fruit, deep ruby/purple color and spice. It is supple, round, not terribly complex or that deep, but a competent example of 2012 to drink over the next 7-10 years.

Meaty nose with a hint of boiled sweets. Dark cherry fruit. Medium tannic grip, good persistence and concentration. No bitterness, and the finish is very impressive, and certainly above most of its peers. (RH)

This property sits on the southern end of the Medoc and is the magnificent estate of the Fayat family. They have produced a very solid Bordeaux for a number of years. There is no doubt a good dosage of Merlot in this wine, given its juicy blackcurrant fruit, deep ruby/purple color and spice. It is supple, round, not terribly complex or that deep, but a competent example of 2012 to drink over the next 7-10 years. Apr 2015, www.robertparker.com