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The 2020 vintage in the press:

Vinous (N. Martin - January 2024): 92/100 “The 2020 Clos de l'Oratoire has a crisp and pure bouquet with blackberry and raspberry fruit mixed with cedar and potpourri. A judicious dose of new oak adds complexity. The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannins and graphite-infused red fruit, with a linear, fresh and almost Left Bank finish. Excellent.”

La Revue du Vin de France (November 2023): 90/100 “Endowed with natural generosity, the wine is built on a charmingly coated material. It's a well-calibrated wine, driven with a certain precision, with a seductive envelope, right through to an allonge that assumes the richness of this 2020 vintage.”

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The 2016 vintage in the press :

Vinous (N. Martin - February 2026): 91/100 "The 2016 Clos de l'Oratoire is comparatively conservative on the nose: earthy red berry fruit, black tea leaves, mint and a little cassis that surfaces with time. The palate is medium-bodied with ripe tannins, quite peppery, almost Bandol-like (I am assuming there is no Mourvèdre here!), though it is still attractive in that style and it possesses impressive persistence on the aftertaste."

The 2021 vintage in the press:

J.M Quarin (February 2024): 92/100

Vinous (N.Martin - November 2023): 92/100 “The 2021 Les Grandes Murailles has an intriguing and complex bouquet, slightly feral in style compared to it peers, revealing baked cherries, loam and meat juices - almost Rhône-like! The palate is medium-bodied with a pliant entry, again, a more fleshy Saint-Emilion compared to others, with fine acidity and a dash of white pepper and clove toward the finish. This is thoroughly enjoyable and should give wine lovers 15-20 years of drinking pleassure.”

The 2023 vintage in the press:

Vinous (A. Galloni – March 2026): 96/100 “The 2023 Clos Saint-Julien is fabulous. Bright, aromatic and silky on the palate, Clos Saint-Julien is all class. Crushed flowers, mint, lavender and blue/purplish fruit race across the palate in a refined Saint-Émilion. The 2023 is exceptionally beautiful. That's all there is to it.”

J-M Quarin (March 2026): 93/100 "Dark purple color. Intense, refined, fruity nose with truffle notes and hints of limestone. Meticulous on the palate, particularly aromatic in the middle, with a delicate and subtle development, the wine continues to progress on the finish. It rises on fine tannins. Very good."

Vinous (N. Martin - February 2026): 90/100 “The 2023 Clos Saint-Julien has well-defined blackberry, raspberry and light eucalyptus scents tucked underneath. The palate is medium-bodied with grainy tannins, ferrous red berry fruit, just a little drier on the finish than I would have liked.”

Bettane et Desseauve (Guide 2027) : 95/100

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The 2022 vintage in the press:

Vinous (A. Galloni - January 2025): 96/100 "The 2022 Clos Saint-Julien is a showstopper from proprietor Catherine Papon Nouvel. Paradoxically, it seems to have handled the intense heat and drought better than the Petit Gravet Aîné, even though there is more Merlot here. Then again, this tiny parcel is perched on Saint-Émilion's famed limestone plateau. Inky dark fruit, chocolate, licorice, lavender and menthol all stain the palate. The long, sustained finish is a thing of beauty."

J.M Quarin (February 2025): 95/100 "Dark, intense purple colour. Very aromatic nose, fine, fruity, subtle, deep and particularly fresh, yet very ripe. Meticulous on the entry, very, very tasty in the middle, with class in the touch and an ascending development, the wine rises, rises, long, ample, fragrant and even complex. Long, full, fragrant and even complex. Delicious and very precise. A quality of expression that suggests that a higher step is within reach. Well done and to be continued!"

 Bettane + Desseauve (Guide 2026) : 95/100

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The 2021 vintage in the press:

Vinous (A. Galloni - February 2024): 94/100 “Clos Saint-Julien 2021 is sublime. Delicate, silky and wonderfully nuanced, Clos Saint-Julien is exquisite in this vintage. almond, plum, spice, menthol, licorice and mocha are just a few of the many nuances that run through this exceptionally refined and subtle Saint-Émilion.”

Bettane + Desseauve (Guide 2026) : 91/100

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The 2020 vintage in the press:

Vinous (A. Galloni - December 2022): 96/100 "The 2020 Clos Saint-Julien is a gorgeous, sumptuous beauty. Crème de cassis, blueberry fruit, lavender, licorice and spice infuse the 2020 with tons of nuance to match its flamboyant personality. Clos Saint-Julien is a heady, voluptuous Saint-Émilion that truly delivers the goods. Superb."

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The 2019 vintage in the press:

Vinous (A. Galloni - January 2022): 94/100 "The 2019 Clos Saint-Julien is just as fabulous from bottle as it was i barrel. Dense and explosive in feel, the 2019 captures the more opulent side of the year in grand style. Dark blue/purplish fruit, lavender, cloves menthol and licorice all wrap around the palate, framed beautifully by plush, soft contours. Proprietor Catherine Papon-Nouvel has once again turned out a captivating wine from her tiny 1.2-hectare vineyard on Saint-Émilion's limestone plateau."

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The 2023 vintage in the press:

La Revue du Vin de France (Guide 2027) : 94/100 “A magnificent expression of the 2023 vintage, in which minerality takes centre stage. The nose is delightful, with aromas of black fruit. The ageing in new oak barrels is perfectly integrated. The juicy texture on the palate is devilishly indulgent. Already ready to drink, it promises to age for at least twenty years.”

Vinous (A. Galloni – March 2026): 94/100 "The 2023 La Clotte is fabulous. Strong savory inflections are immediately alluring. Espresso, lavender, spice, dried herbs and menthol meld into an expansive core of dark-toned fruit. There's a bit of oak influence from the 100% new barrels, but not enough to overpower the wine. This should age beautifully."  

J-M Quarin (March 2026): 96/100 "It received ‘my highest score given to this vintage in Primeurs’. This has been confirmed. Dark, intense, and beautiful color. Very aromatic, fruity, and subtle nose, with lovely aromas of raspberry, hints of truffle, flowers, and a presence of limestone. It becomes even more fragrant when swirled in the glass. Meticulous on the palate, very aromatic in the middle, with a fine touch and a delightful texture, the wine melts on the palate, long and noble. It lingers with a subtle hint of licorice, magical and impossible to spit out. It's beautiful! This vintage is on par with 2022."

Vinous (N. Martin - February 2026): 95/100 "The 2023 La Clotte comes from the vines opposite Ausone. Beautiful violet and rose petal scents on the very expressive bouquet that is almost Vosne-like in style! The palate is medium-bodied with svelte tannins, finely pitched acidity, very sensual and precise with a simmering tension on the finish. This is a superb La Clotte that deserves not to remain in the shadow of Ausone."

Bettane et Desseauve (Guide 2027) : 94/100

The 2019 vintage in the press:

La Revue du Vin de France (September 2022): 94/100 “Powerful, spherical, this 2019 palpitates in radiant black fruit matched by scents of spring flowers. The whole retranscribes the elegant signature of the soils. The palate marries fruit and flowers in a sober manner, and the finish is dynamic and full-bodied.”

Vinous (N. Martin - December 2021): 95/100 "The 2019 La Clotte has a complex bouquet of detailed red berry fruit, wild hedgerow, crushed stone and wilted rose petal aromas, engaging and (for the vintage) understated. The palate is medium-bodied, ripe and beautifully poised, with pliant tannins and judicisous touch of spice. This builds wonderfully in the mouth and feels elegant and refined, almost Burgundian on the finish. Wonderful."

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The 2018 vintage in the press:

Vinous (A. Galloni - March 2021): 95/100 "The 2018 La Clotte represents another under the Vauthier family. Bright, focused and tightly wound, the 2018 is going to need at least a few years to soften, but its pedigree is evident, even in the early going. Sage, mint, lavender, rose petal and blood orange meld into the vibrant, polished finish."

The 2014 vintage in the press:

Vinous (A. Galloni - February 2017): 92+/100 "The 2014 La Clotte is a striking wine that hints at the potential the Vauthier family will likely be able to coax from this site. Punchy red stone fruit, pomegranate, blood orange, spice and menthol are front and center. Supple and pliant, with terrific underlying structure, the wine is absolutely gorgeous. Bright mineral notes and Cabernet Franc aromatics infuse the finish in a super-expressive Saint-Émilion endowed with real class."

The 2023 vintage in the press:

La Revue du Vin de France (Guide 2027) : 96/100 “The 2023 embodies the very essence of Larcis Ducasse. More mineral than fruity, the bouquet is complemented by noble oak, revealing hints of mocha and blond tobacco. The mid-palate is taut and vibrant, highlighting well-ripened fruit. Suitable for ageing for at least thirty years.”

En Magnum (March–April–May 2026): 96/100 “Still a bit austere, this 2023 offers a silky, energetic texture that lingers on the palate. Its briny finish invigorates the palate. It follows in the footsteps of the superb 1964 and is definitely one to lay down.”

Vinous (A. Galloni – March 2026): 96/100 “The 2023 Larcis Ducasse is one of the most delicate, elegant wines in Saint-Émilion. Silky contours frame a core of dark red/purplish fruit, cloves, new leather, menthol and lavender. As always, Larcis Ducasse is all about finesse and reserve. It remains one of the most under-the-radar wines in all of Bordeaux. Readers with classically leaning palates will adore it.”

J-M Quarin (March 2026): 94/100 "Dark, intense red colour. Aromatic nose with ripe, fresh and spicy fruit. Creamier when swirled in the glass. Meticulous on the palate, flavourful in the middle, a little shy in its structure, the wine finishes with good length and no harshness."

Vinous (N. Martin - February 2026): 94/100 "The 2023 Larcis Ducasse is another that feels a little closed on the nose, yet there is good weight of fruit here. Clearly, a Saint-Émilion intent on biding its time. The palate is medium-bodied with grainy tannins. Quite peppery in style, fanning out wonderfully toward the finish with hints of bay leaf and white pepper on the aftertaste. It has real character."

Bettane et Desseauve (Guide 2027) : 96/100

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The 2022 vintage in the press:

En Magnum (March–April–May 2026): 97/100 “An intense and commanding nose, blending notes of blackberry, graphite, and violet. The palate impresses with its density and breadth, while retaining a silky texture without any heaviness. A masterful, long, and fresh finish. It possesses the grand style of the finest Bordeaux wines.”

Vinous (N. Martin – January 2026): 95/100 “The 2022 Larcis Ducasse has a lovely bouquet, with ebullient red berry fruit laced with crushed stone. Very well integrated oak. The palate is medium-bodied with sappy red fruit, a fine bead of acidity, bright and vivacious with a mineral-driven finish. It will require time, but it will be worth the wait.”

La Revue du Vin de France (Guide 2026) : 97/100 Coup de ♥ "A magnificent 2022 that illustrates the pedigree, depth and refinement of this Côte Pavie vintage. This great vintage for ageing explores a spicy, almost oriental universe, magnified by an incredibly intense texture. An irresistible finish!"

Vinous (A. Galloni - January 2025): 97/100 "The 2022 Larcis Ducasse is a huge, vertical wine. readers will have to be patient, as the 2022 will need quite a few years to shed some of its considerable baby fat. Dense dark red fruit, new leather, licorice, rose petal and mocha are all broadly sketched. Imposing and vertical in build, this is immensely promising. The 2022 spent 14 months in oak (40% 225-liter barrels, 40% 500-liter barrels and 20% foudre), then three months in ceement. I can't wait to see how this develops."

J-M Quarin (February 2025): 95/100 "Beautiful dark red, slightly evolved. Nose of medium intensity, fine and fruity. Juicy on the palate, rich in the middle, with class in the touch, the wine melts away, fragrant and flavoursome with a good length without any tannic angle."

Bettane + Desseauve (Guide 2026) : 98/100

The 2021 vintage in the press:

En Magnum (March–April–May 2026): 93/100 “A more restrained expression, floral and mineral, with hints of fresh red fruit. The palate is sleek, driven by crisp, mouth-watering acidity. An elegant finish.”

La Revue du Vin de France (Guide 2026): 94/100 “A frankly difficult year, but with a very graceful balance. You can start drinking it now."

J.M Quarin (February 2024) 93/100

Vinous (A. Galloni - December 2023): 94/100 “The 2021 Larcis Ducasse has turned out better than I expected. It is a shy, introverted Larcis built along super-classic lines - the sort of Saint-Emilion that will emerge only with a number of years in bottle. Spice, tobacco, cedar, menthol, licorice and dried herbs all build effortlessly in the glass. This is such a classy, elegant wine. Tasted three times.”

Bettane + Desseauve (Guide 2026) : 95/100

The 2015 vintage in the press:

Vinous (N. Martin - January 2019): 95/100 "The 2015 Larcis-Ducasse [...] is broody and introverted, perhaps closed down for the time being. The palate is medium-bodied with grippy tannin, quite masculine and strict. It feels like there is a lot of Cabernet Franc here (although there is just 13% in the blend). Yet there is plenty of freshness, quite classic in style with a long and precise finish. Excellent, but not as immediate as its peers."

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The 2023 vintage in the press:

La Revue du Vin de France (September 2026) : 94/100 “Rocheyron 2023 captivates with its delicate aromas and notes of dark fruit, dried herbs and zan. Its delicate balance and roundness are reminiscent of the 2019 vintage. A powerful wine, with a truly delicious character punctuated by a subtle hint of bitterness.”

The 2022 vintage in the press:

La Revue du Vin de France (Guide 2026) : 94/100 Coup de ♥ "Still sullen, this 2022 asserts its striking density. The still combative tannins deserve three to four years of cellaring to release a ripe and solid substance. The limestone dimension is strongly present on the finish."

En Magnum (September–October–November): 92/100 “The floral and spicy notes, combined with red fruit, create a profile of great finesse. Long, fresh and well-balanced on the palate, it combines depth, richness and elegance.”

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The 2021 vintage in the press:

La Revue du Vin de France (2026 Guide): 92/100 "In this rather late vintage, Rocheyron bursts onto the scene with an extremely mouth-watering straightforwardness."

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The 2022 vintage in the press:

En Magnum (March–April–May 2026): 97/100 “Refined and silky, with vigor and lively energy, it combines aromatic persistence and elegance, featuring a briny, juicy finish accented by peppery floral notes. A fine achievement.”

La Revue du Vin de France (Guide 2027): 95/100 Coup de ♥ 

J-M Quarin (February 2025): 94/100 “Intense, dark-red crimson color. Moderately aromatic nose, fruity and truffled. Full-bodied on the attack, fleshy in the mid-palate, the wine melts on the palate, juicy and more united than ever in its unfolding. This is what makes it so attractive. Good length with no tannic angle."

Vinous (N. Martin - February 2025 ) : 94/100 “The 2022 Canon La Gaffelière, from Von Neipperg's stable, needed time to open in the glass. Initially understated, it offers brambly red fruit, undergrowth and limestone scents that gain cohesion with aeration. The palate is fresh and vibrant with chalky tannins and a silver bead of acidity. It's taut and linear yet with ample tart red fruit enlivening the finish. This classically-styled, slightly peppery Canon La Gaffelière should age will in bottle. It is excellent.”

Bettane + Desseauve (Guide 2026) : 97/100

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The 2019 vintage in the press:

En Magnum (March–April–May 2026): 97/100 “Fresh, deep tannins marked by the 39% Cabernet Franc and 12% Cabernet Sauvignon. Behind the toasty notes on the nose lie black fruits and orange zest that burst through on the finish. This is the height of cru refinement!”

Vinous (N. Martin - January 2023): 93/100 “The 2019 Canon-La-Gaffelière is quite punchy and bold on the nose. Blackberry and raspberry fruit, cedar and mint emerge with time. The palate is medium-bodied with rounded tannins, quite plush yet cohesive, fanning out towards the velvety finish with a brush of white pepper on the aftertaste. One of the more approachable Saint-Emilion wines in this vintage”.

La Revue du Vin de France (September 2022): 95/100 “The discreet charm of this wine with its creamy tannins is exciting. The cru reveals itself at its best in dry, hot years thanks to the composition of its clays. The southern exposure is reflected in the wine's depth. Its pronounced black fruit is densely packed with tannin that remains fresh thanks to the Cabernet Franc massales. Still under the influence of wood, the wine's rich, well-coated texture and elegant structure are perfumed with a hint of smoke".

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The 2022 vintage in the press:

La Revue du Vin de France (Guide 2026) : 95/100 Coupe de ♥ "The 2022 vintage goes beyond Pavie Macquin's usual parameters, particularly in terms of concentration. With its ink-like colour, this still very reserved wine expresses the full maturity of its varietal trio (80% Merlot, 19% Cabernet Franc and 1% Cabernet Sauvignon). It reveals a magnificent volume on the palate, perfectly polished by its ageing. Not before 2030!"

Vinous (A. Galloni - January 2025): 97/100 "The 2022 Pavie Macquin is stellar, as it was en primeur. Inky blue/ purplish fruit, licorice, new leather, spice and plum run through this powerful Saint-Émilion. Silky in the glass, it boasts plush, seamless tannins and fine balance. As always, Pavie Macquin is very sexy-one of the most sensual and hedonistic wines of the vintage."

J-M Quarin (February 2025): 96/100 "Dark, intense purple colour. Very aromatic nose, with ripe, subtle fruit. Delicate on the palate, fragrant in the middle, with a graceful touch despite its strong energy, the wine glides across the palate and lingers for a long time. Very good."

 Bettane + Desseauve (Guide 2026) : 98/100

The 2021 vintage in the press:

La Revue du Vin de France (Guide 2025): 93/100 “Much less dense than in 2020, it reveals itself with vigor and frank tension on the palate. The ageing remains measured and distinguished. This vintage of freshness will come into its own over the next few years."

Vinous (A. Galloni - December 2023): 94+/100 “The 2021 Pavie Macquin is deep, bold and luscious, but within the smaller-scaled style of the year. It is an intensely aromatic, savory Gran Vin that emphasizes finesse more than sheer power. I admire its understated elegance more than anything else. Bright acids drive through a core of black cherry fruit, mocha, spice, new leather and licorice. This beautifully balanced, harmonious Saint-Emilion captures the essence of the vintage in style. Tasted two times.”

 Bettane + Desseauve (Guide 2026) : 95/100

The 2019 vintage in the press:

Vinous (N. Martin - January 2023): 94+/100 "The 2019 Pavie-Macquin is missing a little complexity on the nose, with tertiary scents and touches of dry tobacco. The palate is medium-bodied with pliant and fine tannins, pure and silky smooth in style, gradually building so that it exerts gentle grip on the finish. Give it time for the aromatics to evolve."

JM Quarin (March 2022): 95/100 "A deep, intense, beautiful purple colour. Very aromatic, fruity, fresh and truffle-like on the nose. Meticulous on the attack, very flavourful on the palate, full-bodied; the wine develops juicily and powerfully, leading to a long, sap-filled and flavourful finish, accompanied by a touch of austerity, even though the tannins are well-integrated. Very good length. Suitable for ageing.”

The 2018 vintage in the press:

Vinous (N. Martin - January 2021) : 96/100 "The 2018 Pavie Macquin was impressive out of barrel. It has retained its opulent bouquet, perhaps becoming even more luxuriant and plush, offering copious black cherries, cassis and violet aromas and hints of vanilla pod and iodine in the background. The palate is where this really impresses, because its opulence is effortlessly counterbalanced by a bead of acidity that imparts freshness and tension. This is a multilayered Pavie-Macquin endowed with tremendous length on the aftertaste. Even after 60 seconds I can still feel this Saint-Émilion lapping upon my senses. Superb."

Vinous (A. Galloni - January 2021) : 95/100 "The 2018 Pavie Macquin is voluptuous and exotic to the core. Super-ripe black cherry, plum, mocha, espresso, licorice and chocolate all race out of the glass. Pliant, supple and silky, the 2018 is lights out. This is an especially heady, flamboyant style, so readers should be prepared for a pretty intense Saint-Émilion. That said, the new oak has now integrated quite nicely."

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The 2014 vintage in the press:

Vinous (N. Martin - February 2024): 92/100 “The 2014 Pavie-Macquin is more youthful than the Duffau Lagarosse compared side-by-side, with heightened black cherry and cedar fruit and touches of camphor and pine. This has modest delineation.The palate is medium-bodied, with grainy tannins, modest depth, flavors of red fruit, orange peel and a touch of Moroccan spice. Perhaps a little riper than expected, I'd personally let it age over the next decade. It's one of those rare Saint-Émilions that invites you back for more.”

The 2023 vintage in the press:

La Revue du Vin de France (Guide 2027) : 95/100 “The wine brilliantly captures the character of its magnificent limestone plateau terroir. The 42 per cent Cabernet Franc offers a superb interplay of tannins, balancing roundness with a chalky quality, and displaying an almost Burgundian finesse. The overall impression is enveloping, juicy and very long on the palate, with a salty finish, whilst retaining the typical richness of the vineyard.”

Vinous (A. Galloni – March 2026): 96/100 “The 2023 La Gaffelière is gorgeous. Silky, aromatic and nuanced, the 2023 is terrific. It lacks some of the explosive energy of some recent vintages, but that may also reflect the significant presence of Cabernet Franc in the blend. Dark fruit, blood orange, mint and pomegranate are all beautifully delineated. This is a vintage that emphasizes finesse over power. I can't wait to see how it ages.”

JM Quarin (March 2026): 96/100 "Beautiful dark red, intense, with bright highlights. Very aromatic, refined, subtle, and complex nose. Hints of fruit and violet. Powerful when swirled in the glass. Meticulous on the palate, very aromatic in the middle, with a rich texture, the wine slowly develops on the finish, becoming more complex. Long, flavorful, fresh, floral, and subtle finish. It's superb!"

Vinous (N. Martin - February 2026): 95/100 "The 2023 La Gaffelière was deeply impressive out of barrel. Now in bottle, it has a sublime bouquet with precise and focused brambly red fruit, undergirded by fine mineralité and tension. The oak is seamlessly integrated. The palate is medium-bodied and silky smooth. Perfectly pitched acidity, this has a surfeit of nascent energy and a brightness on the finish that sets it apart from many. Gifted."

Bettane et Desseauve (Guide 2027) : 96/100

The 2022 vintage in the press:

Vinous (A. Galloni - January 2025): 99/100 "The 2022 La Gaffelière is fantastic, but it has also closed down considerably post-bottling. Supremely elegant and perfumed, the 2022 is an absolutely stunning wine. Blood orange, pomegranate, spice, white pepper, dried herbs and all sorts of floral overtones soar from the glass. The Franc is so impressive here. I don't expect this magical Saint-Émilion to be ready any time soon. Today, it is a wine of dazzling complexity and purity for the cellar."

La Revue du Vin de France (Guide 2026): 96/100 Coup de ♥ "Unsurprisingly, this grand cru classé stands out clearly thanks to the beautiful range of its dark, impenetrable aromas (black fruits, spices), while offering a well-structured palate with great concentration. Substance and power, all channelled by careful ageing."

J-M Quarin (February 2025): 97/100 "Dark, intense and vivid colour. Very aromatic, fine, fruity and nuanced nose. Subtle on the palate, with great aromatic power, the wine develops with a fine touch towards a long, sappy and complex finish. Very meticulous production. It's very good."