Le Prieuré - Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2014

Jamessuckling.com

90

byJames Sucklingthe2/16/2017

This is quite a dry and tannic wine, but it has lovely fruit, and the tannins only become a bit dominant on the crisp, lemony finish. Give it time to open. Better in 2019.

Vinous

87

byAntonio Gallonithe2/6/2017

The 2014 Le Prieuré is fine and elegant, but also lacking in depth. Expressive in its aromatics, the 2014 offers good potential, but that never comes through on the palate, where the wine lacks depth and intensity. This was much more exciting from barrel. Tasted two times.

Vinous

89-92

byAntonio Gallonithe5/11/2015

The 2014 Le Prieuré is rich, powerful and intense, with notable concentration and a real sense of vibrancy. Smoke, tar, licorice, blue fruits and leather are some of the notes that add complexity through the finish. This pliant, super-expressive St.-Emilion hits all the right notes, with lovely balance and fine-grained tannins that round things out nicely.

The Wine Cellar Insider

89-91

byJeff Levethe5/5/2015

Medium-bodied with a touch of oak among the fresh plum notes, this wine is soft, forward and easy to drink. The new partnership with the owners of Chateau Latour certainly made a difference as this is one of the best vintages from this estate in years. 89-91 Pts

Decanter.com

16,75

byJames Lawther MWthe4/17/2015

First vintage with Château Latour as a partner. Dark and dense. Solid fruit extract. Tannins powerful but honed. Firm, persistent finish. Ageing potential. Drink: 2020-2030 (89)

Jancis Robinson

15,5

byJancis Robinsonthe4/13/2015

Some floral aromas but a bit austere and thin on the palate. Low key for a Grand Cru Classé. Drink 2019-2027

Jamessuckling.com

88-89

byJames Sucklingthe4/10/2015

Some dark fruit with firm tannins and a lemon peel undertone. Medium body, firm tannins and a fresh finish.

timatkin.com

90

byTim Atkin MWthe4/7/2015

Wine Spectator

89-92

byJames Molesworththe3/31/2015

Features plum sauce and raspberry pâte de fruit notes that stay refined, with subtle structure guiding the finish while hints of sandalwood and tea weave through.Shows a touch of wood for now, but should soak that up easily enough.