2022, Clos Floridène Rouge, PESSAC-LEOGNAN

Bordeaux Blend: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot

Sharp and tangy, though bright and clean. A nice sense of fun and finesse here, clean and sharp, layered with creamy and mineral touches that give nuance and spark. Still a little toasted, but there's good potential here, nicely fragrant and detailed - still packing a punch in terms of fruit density, forward motion and precision. 93 Georgina Hindle, Decanter.

The 2022 Clos Floridène has a pretty nose: redcurrant, cranberry and a touch of sous-bois. The palate is medium-bodied with a pleasant sappiness on the entry, nicely structured with a tobacco-tinged finish. 89-91 Neal Martin.

The Dubourdieu family produces this exceptionally reliable wine, now in new cellars, in the Graves region. This has high intensity extraction, creamy black fruits and a ton of spice. No need to wait too long to drink. 89 Jane Anson.

Drinking Window: 2027 - 2038