Scores
92
Robert Parker
The 2022 Lafleur-Gazin unwinds in the glass with aromas of minty blackberries, cherries, petroleum jelly and licorice. Medium to full-bodied, supple and gourmand, its satiny attack segues into a rich but vibrant core of fleshy, perfumed fruit. Owned by the firm of J-P Mouiex since 2020, this is an estate in the ascendant.
93
Vinous
The 2022 Lafleur-Gazin, 100% Merlot, is laced with scents of cedar, pipe tobacco, dried herbs, menthol and coffee. Ripeness feels a bit pushed, but at the same time, fruit is slightly in the background. The challenge here is achieving sufficient phenolic ripeness in the tannins.
93
Decanter
Aromatic nose, flowers and purple fruit. Juicy and vibrant initially, a cool, blue fruit and mineral element with wet stone and minty edges. Quite an aerial, delicate style almost but still with an undertone of power and enough acidity to alleviate some of the seriousness. Feels well worked, not trying too hard with supple tannins, energy and toasted spice elements on the finish.