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Magdelaine 2007

Tasting Notes

Performing much better than it did from cask, Magdelaine's elegant 2007 (virtually all Merlot) exhibits a Chateauneuf du Pape-like kirsch component intermixed with licorice and spice. Supple-textured, medium-bodied, and fruity, it is ideal for drinking over the next decade. Drink 2010-2020.

87
Robert Parker, Wine Advocate (188), April 2010

This is just lacking some delineation on the nose (which La Serre certainly did have.) More plum and blackcurrant with a touch of fig. A little muffled. The palate is medium-bodied, slightly meaty, more savoury than other Magdelaines which lends it a little more depth and dimension. A little furry and attenuated on the finish but I will be intrigued to retaste this after bottling. Tasted April 2008

84/86
Neal Martin, RobertParker.com, April 2008

I like the chocolate, mineral and berry aromas and flavors in this wine. Medium-bodied, with fine tannins and a fresh, fruity finish.

87/90
James Suckling, WineSpectator.com, April 2008

Fairly pale crimson and looks more developed than many. Fragrant and lifted – very elegant and suave. Dances. Very smooth, fine tannins. Ripe red fruits and a hint of tealeaf. The acceptable face of ‘light’ St-Émilion (cf Belair) with the fruit (just) ripe enough and nice balance. There’s quite a bit of acidity but it’s not excessive and there are no strong under-ripe notes. Not a heavyweight but very well balanced. Drink 2012-2019

16.5
Jancis Robinson MW, JancisRobinson.com, April 2008

Good deep red. Rather clenched aroma of medicinal cherry, with a slightly herbal character. Supple on entry, then a bit tough in the middle, with the medicinal character following through. I find this sample a bit weedy and tough. Lacks a spark. A second sample showed a more chocolatey ripeness and more density but also lacked vibrancy.

85/87
Stephen Tanzer, International Wine Cellar

Medium-bodied, round and supple but there's an absence of fruit depth and length. Has that minerality, though, which provides freshness on the finish. Drink 2011-2020. 3 stars.

14.5
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82/84
Robert Parker, Wine Advocate (176), April 2008
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