2022, Château Les Ormes de Pez, SAINT-ESTÈPHEOwned and made by the Cazes family of Lynch Bages, this is a consistently good wine and deserving of cru class status. Quantity down 40% this year. The 2022 Ormes de Pez has a perfumed and floral bouquet, quite sensual for a Saint Estphe, developing blue fruit with time in the glass. The oak is neatly enmeshed. The palate is medium bodied with quite a high toned and racy opening. Good acidity, the Merlot (51%) occupies the driving seat and ensures its

lemon grass and sea shells

the concentration and focus is immediately clear

A little chewy on the finish but with decent length

crushed rocks and pencil shavings

91 Georgina Hindle

An enjoyable wine that should age

unwinding in the glass with aromas of cherries

Deep garnet-purple in color

followed by hints of sandalwood

26% Merlot

so this next vintage 2021 will be certified

A deep core of black fruit is backed by exotic spice