Clos Marsalette Rouge - Pessac-Léognan 2021

Vinous

92

byAntonio Gallonithe4/2/2024

The 2021 Clos Marsalette is bright and punchy, with tons of Cabernet character driving the feel. Savory and mineral notes abound. Dried herbs, menthol, licorice and lavender are finely sketched in this mid-weight offering.

Wine Spectator

93

byJames Molesworththe2/22/2024

This has a lot to like, with a vibrant mix of white peach, yellow plum and chamomile notes laced with flashes of shortbread, lemon curd and salted butter. The long finish keeps good tension, with a quinine accent lingering prettily. Lovely. Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon. Drink now through 2030. 350 cases made.  –JM

matthewjukes.com

17,5

byMatthew Jukesthe8/2/2022

Absolutely stunning on the nose with hints of spice from the new oak overlaying a red cherry theme and a silky-smooth mid-palate with so much charm and composure it is remarkable. With (almost) Pinot-like texture and brightness, this is an immediately harmonious wine with charm and a forward-drinking feel. I can see fans of this property flocking to this crowd-pleasing yet incredibly authentic flavour. I am impressed. 17.5

Jamessuckling.com

90-91

byJames Sucklingthe6/8/2022

A fruity and reserved wine with orange peel, dark berries and some chocolate. Medium-bodied with medium, round tannins. Nice brightness.

Jeb DUNNUCK

91-93

byJeb Dunnuckthe6/2/2022

As to the red, the 2021 Clos Marsalette has lots of red currants, hints of blue fruits, tobacco, and leafy herbs to go with a medium-bodied, round, nicely textured style on the palate. It has ripe tannins, terrific purity, and just a classy, balanced, satisfying style.

Bettane & Desseauve

90

by Bettane & Desseauvethe5/24/2022

Nez puissant, fruits rouges, bois fumé, rose ancienne, bouche veloutée et vigoureuse, aromatique avec des tannins francs et une bonne suite. De la présence. Tonique.

Alexandre Ma

90-91

byAlexandre Mathe5/16/2022

Clos Marsalette 2021 is very elegant, with a fresh, arresting fragrance and definitive palate. Although the aromatic intensity is not that exceptional, it can still impress me with its adequately ripe polyphenols and gentle body. Definitely a pleasant Pessac-Léognan. Clos Marsalette 2021???????,???????????????????????????????,??????????????,????????????????????????Pessac-Léognan?

The Wine Cellar Insider

89-91

byJeff Levethe5/16/2022

Fresh, sweet, ripe, red fruits with tobacco leaf on the nose. Medium-bodied, soft, fresh and vibrant, with a crisp, chewy edge and a touch of salinity and cocoa in the finish. The wine blends 54% Cabernet Sauvignon, 45% Merlot and 1% Cabernet Franc. Drink from 2023-2034. 89-91

Jane Anson, Inside Bordeaux

92

byJane Ansonthe5/13/2022

Vinous

86-88

byNeal Martinthe5/12/2022

The 2021 Clos Marsalette was picked September 22 to October 10 and matured in 25% new oak. It has a fragrant bouquet of blackberry and blueberry fruit, nicely defined, plus a touch of violet. The palate is medium-bodied with soft tannins, perhaps just missing a bit of weight on the midpalate. Drink over 6–8 years.

Vinous

90-92

byAntonio Gallonithe5/11/2022

The 2021 Clos Marsalette is attractive and nicely spiced, all in a mid-weight style that will offer fine near and medium-term drinking. The aromatics are quite pretty. Crushed red berry fruit, mint, spice, sage and lavender are all laced together. There's lovely freshness and fine balance here.

vvwine

90-92

byAdrian Van Velsenthe5/10/2022

Kräftiges Rubinrot. Die Nase ist verführerisch, noch vom Barrique geprägt, noble Röstnoten, dunkle Früchte, Kräuter. Im Gaumen mit rundem Auftakt, hat eine gewisse Opulenz, ohne dabei schwerfällig zu sein, die Tannine sind reif, die Säure passt. Angenehm lang und mit Brombeeren in den Rückaromen. Gelungen. 2025-2038 (Verkostet im April 2022. Syndicat Viticole de Pessac-Léognan)

Anthocyanes

90-92

byYohan Castaingthe5/6/2022

Assemblages non réalisés. Très beau nez de fruits frais, de fleurs, de violette et une pointe de mure. Eclat et fraicheur. Juteux, très fruité avec une belle tension et un équilibre parfait. Une belle bouteille en devenir.

Wine Advocate

89-91

byWilliam Kelleythe4/29/2022

The 2021 Clos Marsalette is an immensely charming wine, bursting with aromas of sweet berries and plums, followed by a medium to full-bodied, fleshy palate that's vibrant and enveloping, its powdery structuring tannins cloaked in a lively core of fruit.

Decanter.com

92

byGeorgina Hindlethe4/1/2022

Lovely raspberry and herbal scents on the nose. Supple and generously fruited, the tannins are juicy and fine and this really gives some crushed stone nuances and lingering liquorice spice that rests on the palate. It's linear and defined with nice clarity of flavour, balance and sappy texture. Driving and persistent - still quite a lot of tension here, accentuated by the spiced core, but there's freshness throughout giving such mass appeal. Tasted twice.

Drinking Window 2024 - 2034