Chateau Pape Clement 2007

"One of the stars of the vintage, this blend of 55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Merlot, and the rest Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot reveals sweet burning ember, charcoal, barbecue smoke, black currant, plum, and graphite notes. This opulent, impressively endowed, medium to full-bodied 2007 possesses sweet tannin and a long finish. It can be drunk now or cellared for 12-15 years."

92 Points

The Wine Advocate

"A wine that is dominated by wood at this stage in its development. But the structure and the fruit are all there, waiting to slot into place in the next 2–3 years. Spice and bright black berry flavors layer with final acidity."

91 Points

Wine Enthusiast

"Full ruby-red. Wild aromas and flavors of black raspberry, minerals, smoked meat, mocha and hot stones. Rich, supple and suave, with very good depth of material and an insidious smoky, meaty quality throughout, as well as a light note of dill. The mouthcoating finish features substantial fine-grained tannins and good mineral lift. This boasts considerable early sex appeal. Range: 88-91"

91 Points

International Wine Cellar

"Blackberry and mineral aromas, with hints of dried flowers, truffle and tobacco. Full-bodied, with a wonderful balance of cool fruit and fine tannins. Classy for the vintage. Best after 2012. 8,335 cases made."

90 Points

Wine Spectator