Tour Saint-Christophe - Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2021

matthewjukes.com

17 / 20

byMatthew Jukesthe8/2/2022

Rather firm and adroit on the palate and quite lean and hard on the finish, the fruit tone here is black cherries and cinnamon, and it is certainly upright and pure and demands time to settle and soften. Unlike so many of the forward wines in 2021, this one will repay patience, yet I expect the spice to remain, which provides a lovely point of difference for this wine. 17+

Jamessuckling.com

92-93 / 100

byJames Sucklingthe6/8/2022

This is already nicely salty and chalky with crushed stones. Medium-to full-bodied with medium, firm tannins and a medium, juicy finish.

Jeb DUNNUCK

91-93 / 100

byJeb Dunnuckthe6/2/2022

From an estate that seems to never put a foot wrong, the 2021 Château Tour Saint Christophe is another wine that's well worth your time and money. Coming from a mix of 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Franc aging in 40% new barrels, its deep purple hue is followed by a beautiful, classic Saint-Emilion bouquet of cassis, ripe cherries, graphite, and spring flowers. Medium to full-bodied and concentrated on the palate, it has both richness and elegance, ripe tannins, and a great finish. It's another gorgeous wine from the talented Jérôme Aguirre.

Alexandre Ma

93-95 / 100

byAlexandre Mathe5/16/2022

Tour Saint Christophe is the “rainbow” we can see after “going through storms” in 2021, definitely amazing. Its aromas are so arresting. The fragrances of dried plum and waxberry are surrounded by the fresh notes of sandalwood and tea. Such a clear expression is very rare for a Merlot blend in 2021. Tour Saint Christophe saves its trump cards for its later performance. It presents a juicy, soft, and delicate palate, and supports it with a grand structure and amazing minerality that comes from the limestone plateau. This ever-lasting and powerful depth brings us endless imagination. This is definitely a Saint-émilion top-quality wine in the 2021 vintage. Tour Saint Christophe??2021????“????????”,???????????,??????????????????????,???????????2021???????????????Tour Saint Christophe???????,????????,????????????,????????????????????????????????????????????2021??????????????

The Wine Cellar Insider

92-94 / 100

byJeff Levethe5/16/2022

Roses, lilacs, espresso, caramel, Indian spice, cherries and red plums create the complex nose. On the palate, the wine is bright, crisp, chewy and fresh, with a good sense of minerality, and purity in the fruits. The wine is made from blending 80% Merlot with 20% Cabernet Franc, 13.6% ABV, pH 3.5. The harvest took place September 18, October 15. Because the tannins are so soft and polished, you can enjoy this young, but aging it a bit will add even more complexity. Drink from 2023-2039. 92-94

Jane Anson, Inside Bordeaux

91 / 100

byJane Ansonthe5/13/2022

Vinous

90-92 / 100

byNeal Martinthe5/12/2022

The 2021 Tour Saint Christophe is perfumed and high-toned on the nose, featuring blueberry and raspberry fruit mixed with violet and iris flower. The palate is well balanced with sappy black fruit, gentle grip, impressive balance and a correct, quite linear finish. Stylish and with good aging potential. It should end up at the top of my banded score.

Vinous

91-93 / 100

byAntonio Gallonithe5/11/2022

The 2021 Tour Saint Christophe is terrific. Naturally, the 2021 doesn't have the breadth of previous vintages. Instead, there is a sense of energy running through the 2021 that is compelling. Dark fruit, leather, gravel, incense and mocha all meld together nicely. Once again, Tour Saint Christophe is a star in the appellation for its quality and value. Tasted two times.

vvwine

91-93 / 100

byAdrian Van Velsenthe5/10/2022

(80% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Franc, 13.6% Alkohol, pH 3.5) Dunkles Purpur. Die Nase ist intensiv, zeigt florale Noten, dezent Rauch, eine dunkle Frucht, Salbeiblüten, Kräuter, komplex. Der Gaumen ist straff, dicht und zeigt eine auf den Punkt gereifte Frucht, die Tannine sind fein mit der Frucht verwoben, im Abgang ist der Wein lang und sehr frisch. Kräftig wie in anderen Jahren, jedoch mit 1.5% weniger Alkohol. Top. 2027-2044 (Verkostet im April 2022. Château Bellefont-Belcier)

Wine Advocate

90-92 / 100

byWilliam Kelleythe4/29/2022

The 2021 Tour Saint Christophe has turned out very well, delivering aromas of cherries and sweet berries mingled with hints of loamy soil and sweet new oak. Medium to full-bodied, pure and lively, it's elegantly muscular, with powdery tannins and a penetrating finish. (90 - 92)+