Château Labégorce 2023 Margaux

Jeb Dunnuck
(93-95)/100 punten

Based on close to an even split of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, the 2023 Château Labégorce has a spicy, medium-bodied, supple, complex profile that's almost already hard to resist. Ripe red and black fruits, loamy earth, and savory herb notes define the aromatics, and it has nicely integrated background oak, good mid-palate density, and outstanding length. Tasted twice with consistent notes.

Neal Martin, Vinous
(92-94)/100 punten

The 2023 Labégorce has a well-defined nose that leans slightly more toward red than black fruit. It's understated at first but soon coheres and gains intensity. The palate is medium-bodied with very pliant tannins. Satin-like in texture and very cohesive, with a touch of spice on the finish, this is a classy Margaux that will give a great deal of pleasure over the next 15 to 20 years. Warning through: it will be difficult to resist in its youth. 

Falstaff
93/100 punten

Strong ruby colour, purple reflections. Fine cherry fruit, greengage, hints of mandarin zest, still a little shy. Slender, red cherries, subtle fruit, ripe tannins, remains persistent, a lively food wine with good provenance, has certain ageing potential.

James Suckling
(92-93)/100 punten

Notes of ripe and mellow dark berries here with a hint of orange peel. It’s medium-bodied, supple and polished.