The 2016 Syrah, half each from Elgin and Greyton, includes 40% whole cluster fruit and was matured in 50% new oak. It has a perfumed bouquet of mulberry, blueberry and crushed iris aromas, quite C?;te-R?;tie in style and certainly very well defined. The p...
Sean has been producing world class wines since his first vintage of Cabernet Franc in 1999. He has garnered praise from world renowned critics including Robert Parker.
Since the first vintage back in 2007 this red blend by Sean has always been a customer favorite. Sean and Bruce Devlin, the wine maker at Ballentine Vineyards have carefully selected this blend from Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. This is, without a doubt, one of the best blends Sean has made for us! Only 42 cases were produced.
The 2007 Vieux Telegraphe may be the greatest wine made at this property since the 2005 and 1998. Dense ruby/purple-tinged with an exquisite nose of salty sea breezes, licorice, ground pepper, jammy black cherries, black currants, figs, and plums, this is...
As to the Grand Vin 2022 Château Clerc Milon, it reminds me of the 2018 with its full-bodied, ripe, yet elegant style. Cassis, graphite, espresso roast, and lead pencil notes define the aromatics, and it has a beautiful spine of acidity, ripe tannins, and...
Pauillac was close to normal rainfall, with less mildew than other parts of the region, helping to usher in the excellent crop of wines that you will find in the appellation in 2023. This joins the best of them with its superb quality, and a real sense of...
The 2021 Clerc Milon is another fine effort from the chateau. It offers an alluring mix of fruit raciness and savory character from the Cabernets. Grilled herbs, graphite, mint, lavender and leather add layers of nuance. The long, persistent finish is a t...