Clos Manou 2012

- 89-91 Punkte Robert Parkers WINE ADVOCATE, R. M. Parker Jr.: "A terrific effort in 2012 from a northern Medoc vineyard near St.-Christoly, this blend of 56% Cabernet Sauvignon, 29% Merlot, 14% Petit Verdot and 1% Cabernet Franc possesses sweet, soft, sexy tannins, a surprisingly opulent mouthfeel, impressive purity and a medium-bodied, long finish. Clos Manou continues to over-perform for its humble pedigree. The 2012 should drink well for 6-10 years."

- VINOUS, Ian D'Agata: "Good medium ruby. Aromas of black cherry, mocha, minerals and licorice. Sweet, supple and smooth, with savory notes of cocoa and smoke complicating ripe black fruit flavors. The nicely tactile, almost creamy finish displays suave tannins and lingering herbal soil tones. A big success in 2012."

- 91 Punkte FALSTAFF: "Dunkles Rubinviolett. In der Nase sehr würzig, wunderschöne konzentrierte rote Frucht, beeindruckend. Am Gaumen dicht strukturiert, fest, sehr gute Tannine, etwas pelzig, bissig, aber dahinter reichlich Körper, Substanz und Fleisch, mit einem Wort: opulent. Sehr langer Abgang."

- DECANTER, Steven Spurrier: "Superb colour, lovely fresh, fragrant nose of ripe berry fruits, terrific depth of flavour, a very good northern Medoc."