The Potensac Chapel - Medoc 2015

Wine Advocate

87 / 100

byNeal Martinthe3/2/2018

The 2015 Chapelle de Potensac, which should be released onto the market by the time this report is published, has a pretty bouquet with plenty of raspberry and crushed strawberry scents, a touch of leather and dried herbs coming through with aeration. The palate is medium-bodied with slightly firm tannin on the entry, simple brambly red berry fruit with cedar and tobacco taking over toward the easy-going finish. Drink over the next 4 or maybe 5 years. Anticipated maturity: 2019 - 2024.

Vinous

88 / 100

byAntonio Gallonithe2/27/2018

The 2015 Chapelle de Potensac is pretty, fruity and delicious. Sweet red berry fruit and floral notes are nicely pushed forward in a delicate, gracious Merlot-based wine. This is a highly appealing second wine from Potensac.

Jamessuckling.com

90 / 100

byJames Sucklingthe2/12/2018

A tight and focused second wine from Potensac with currant and lemon-rind character. Medium body, fine tannins and a fresh finish. Drink in 2020.

Decanter.com

87 / 100

byJane Ansonthe1/26/2018

Tight fruit flavours right now, coupled with some crab apple acidity. It has attractive floral touches, and it's focus on soft fruits makes it an early drinker. Aged in a combination of oak and stainless steel, with a low pH of 3.47.

Vinifera

3 / 5

the5/31/2016

Joli nez, sur un profil assez crémeux, mûr et généreux. Le corps est souple. Fruits frais et fruits plus mûrs se combinent avec un certain charme sur ce vin qui devrait faire une très jolie bouteille au rapport prix/ plaisir intéressant.

Decanter.com

88 / 100

bySteven Spurrierthe4/27/2016

Lovely crunchy cassis fruit – real freshness and elegance for a Médoc. Very good second wine.2018-2024

Vinous

86-88 / 100

byAntonio Gallonithe4/27/2016

The 2015 Chapelle de Potensac is a lovely second wine from Potensac, the Delon family's Haut-Médoc estate. Pliant and succulent, the 2015 is best enjoyed upon release, while the red stone fruit flavors retain their juiciness.

Jancis Robinson

16 / 20

byJancis Robinsonthe4/26/2016

Bordeaux 2015 - rest of the Médoc | Articles | JancisRobinson.com 71% Merlot, 23% Cabernet Sauvignon, 4% Cabernet Franc, 2% Petit Verdot. 10% new oak.Sweet easy nose. Just a little raw on the palate but better than many AOC Médocs. Lots of saignée to concentrate the must. 13.35% Drink 2019-2025

timatkin.com

89 / 100

byTim Atkin MWthe4/20/2016

Wine Enthusiast

88-90 / 100

byRoger Vossthe4/15/2016

Barrel Sample. This wine is light with great freshness. It has a fine burst of black currant flavors that translate into crisp acidity. The tannins are just there. 89 points

Jamessuckling.com

89-90 / 100

byJames Sucklingthe4/5/2016

Bright fruit with blackberry and chocolate aromas and flavors. Full body. Shows lovely merlot character.

Wine Advocate

87-89 / 100

byNeal Martin

The 2015 Chapelle de Potensac is a blend of 71% Merlot, 23% Cabernet Sauvignon, 4% Cabernet Franc and 2% Petit Verdot, matured in 10% new oak. It has a perfumed bouquet with blackberry, raspberry coulis and cold stone scents, powered by that ripe Merlot. The palate is medium-bodied with slightly edgy, grainy tannin, a keen line of acidity and an attractive, cedar-infused finish. Enjoy this deuxième vin over the next 6-8 years. Drink 2018-2027

matthewjukes.com

16 / 20

byMatthew Jukes

With focussed, bright fruit and really clean lines, this is a huge success considering the amount of rainfall in the
northern Médoc. It was necessary to saignée a touch (15%) to concentrate this wine but the results are remarkable.
Forward, fruity and clean reflecting the great wine making, this is a very enjoyable wine.