Aiguilhe - Castillon-Côtes de Bordeaux 2020

Vinous

90-92 / 100

byAntonio Gallonithe6/1/2021

The 2020 d'Aiguilhe is bright, punchy and so expressive. Clean mineral accents cut right through a core of blueberry fruit. Graphite, lavender, spice and mocha linger on the clean, bracing finish. Medium in body and vibrant, Stephan von Neipperg's Côtes de Castillon is superb in 2020.

Tastingbook.com

92 / 100

byMarkus Del Monegothe5/28/2021

Deep purple colour wih violet hue and black core. Elegant nose with aroma reminiscent of elderberries, mulberries and ripe sloe, discreet spiciness and subtle oak in the background.
On the palate well structured and fresh, with ripe yet firm tannins, juicy fruit and discreet spiciness.

Decanter.com

93 / 100

byJane Ansonthe5/25/2021

Violet reflections, great clarity of colour and immediate whoosh of salinity through the redcurrant fruits. Powerful and focused with bright berry flavours, it practically defines the term crunchy fruit, then softens to show creamier black cherry purée as it relaxes in the glass. Really a very tasty d'Aiguilhe from Vignobles Comtes von Neipperg. Extremely moreish. Harvest September 17 – 28, 30% new oak.

The Wine Cellar Insider

93-95 / 100

byJeff Levethe5/21/2021

Quite floral on the nose with earthy red fruits, forest floor and oceanic notes. On the palate the wine is silky, pure, fresh, vibrant and juicy. There is length and complexity with a cool salty touch to the tannins that is there from the mid-palate through to the finish. Blending 90% Merlot with 10% Cabernet Franc. 93-95

WeinWisser

18 / 20

the5/21/2021

Tiefes Purpur mit opaker Mitte und rubinrotem Rand. Verführerisches Bouquet nach frischgepflückten
schwarzen Johannisbeeren, intensives Veilchenparfüm und Holundergelee, dahinter Lakritze und
Fliedernoten. Am satten Gaumen mit weicher Textur, körniges Extrakt und muskulöser Körper. Im
konzentrierten Finale schwarzbeerige Konturen, Graphit und zarte Adstringenz. Trilogie: Mission
completed. 2026 – 2046.

Anthocyanes

88-90 / 100

byYohan Castaingthe5/11/2021

Nez boisé, très fruits noirs bien murs avec des notes d'épices et de clou de girofle. Bouche droite, tannique, pas totalement en place avec une finale mentholée.