Quintus - Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2012

Wine Advocate

91-91

par Neal Martin le 20/09/2022

The 2012 Quintus has a rich and fleshy bouquet with upfront, expressive red fruit with vanilla and liquorice aromas. The palate is medium-bodied with lower acidity than its peers, just a tad smudged on the finish but with greater persistence than either Péby-Faugères and Canon-la-Gaffelière. Tasted twice with consistent notes, the second perhaps just a little drier than the first. Tasted blind at the Southwold Ten-Year On tasting.

Decanter.com

88

par James Lawther MW le 06/11/2019

There's more depth than in the 2013 grand vin, but it lacks true definition. Merlot provides sweetness and volume, and the oak adds a touch of char. The tannins have been handled well. The yield was generous, at 42.5hl/ha. Only ex-Tertre Daugay fruit has been used here.
Drinking Window 2019 - 2027

Vinous

90

par Antonio Galloni le 31/01/2016

Deep, pliant and resonant, the 2012 Quintus offers lovely depth and fine overall balance. The flavors are dark and nicely layered. Menthol, leather and spice flesh out as the wine shows off its ample, broad personality. The 2012 should drink well for the next 15-20 years. Needless to say, it will be interesting to see what the Dillon family can achieve here in the coming years and decades.

Wine Advocate

89

par Robert Parker le 30/04/2015

The 2012 Quintus (89% Merlot and 11% Cabernet Franc) is made in a firm, structured style with a hint of minerality, dark plum and black currant fruit, touches of cherries and spice, along with some background oak. It is medium-bodied, well-made, and pure. Drink it over the next 12-15 years.

Jamessuckling.com

91

par James Suckling le 15/02/2015

Very subtle and refined with blueberries, chocolate and hints of spices. Full body, fine tannins and a fresh finish. Very, very fine. Very, very delicious, too! Better in 2017.

Wine Spectator

90

par James Molesworth le 10/02/2015

Briar, black currant and licorice root notes form the core, with good energy to the briary grip. A tobacco lining runs through the finish. Shows good length and cut overall. Drink now through 2022. 1,303 cases made. –JM

Stephen Tanzer's International Wine Cellar

87-89

par Ian D'Agata le 30/06/2013

Full ruby.  High-pitched aromas of redcurrant, minty blackberry and flowers.  Juicy and vinous, with harmonious acidity keeping the moderately concentrated flavors of blackcurrant and herbs fresh.  The persistent finish features broad, building tannins that avoid dryness.  A faint green edge at the back lowered my score.

timatkin.com

93

par Tim Atkin MW le 30/06/2013

Is the increase in price since Quintus changed its name (from Tertre-Daugay) and ownership justified? The Haut-Brion team has certainly given it an extra dimension, producing a wine that is fine, floral and subtle with flavours of plum, red cherry and smoky oak, but there is better value elsewhere. Drink: 2020-28

Le Point

14,5

par Jacques Dupont le 16/05/2013

89% Merlot, 11% Cabernet Franc. Floral, assez frais, élégant, bouche fine, délicate, fraîche, finale vive, serrée, note végétale. O= 2016 G= 8 ans

Wine Advocate

86-88

par Neal Martin le 06/05/2013

The second wine of Quintus is a blend of 79% Merlot and 21% Cabernet Franc (less Cabernet this year compared to 2012.) It has a lifted bouquet of macerated dark cherries, spice and kirsch that is nicely defined. The palate is medium-bodied with a slight bitterness on the entry. There are firm tannins here, nice depth on the finish – a “solid” Saint Emilion without the frills. Tasted April 2013.

Wine Spectator

90-93

par James Molesworth le 30/04/2013

Very pure, offering notes of bright cassis and cherry preserves, contributing to a supple mouthfeel. Shows good length, with a chalky persistence. Tasted non-blind. —J.M.

matthewjukes.com

17.5

par Matthew Jukes le 30/04/2013

Jean-Marc QUARIN

15,8

par Jean-Marc Quarin le 29/04/2013

Voici une interprétation de la rive droite par des Pessacais, l’équipe de Haut Brion. Ici la recherche est plus accès sur la saveur et les parfums que la matière à tout prix.Couleur sombre et belle. Nez fruité, frais et parfumé. Vin suave et finement moelleux avec du goût et un très beau toucher. Finale séveuse et parfumée Vin difficile à cracher. Assemblage : 89 % merlot et 11 % cabernet franc. Rendement : 42,5 hectolitres/ha et à peine 22 % de grand vin.

Jancis Robinson

16,5

par Julia Harding MW le 26/04/2013

Drink 2019-203089% Merlot, 11% Cabernet Franc. Own broad-shoulder bottle shape and heavy glass. Boo! Intense crimson; much deeper than the Dragon de Quintus. Really rather refined and sophisticated on the nose. Very youthful with the oak and fruit far from married but vigorous and gutsy – with this smooth overlay of a connection with a first growth. Finishes a little dry but lots of punch.

Wine Advocate

88-89

par Robert Parker le 26/04/2013

Composed of 89% Merlot and 11% Cabernet Franc, the 2012 Quintus is very promising. Its dense ruby/purple color is accompanied by notes of cranberries, mulberries, black cherries, spring flowers and a chalky component. Lush, medium-bodied and accessible, this well-made St.-Emilion is certainly better than what was achieved by the old ownership. It should drink well for 10-12 years. Formerly known as Tertre Daugay, this 37-acre estate was purchased by the owners of Haut-Brion and La Mission-Haut-Brion, the Dillon family.Drink: 2013 - 2025

The Wine Cellar Insider

88-90

par Jeff Leve le 26/04/2013

Bright, fresh, spicy red berries lead to a zippy, very fresh, spicy mouthful of red berries. 88-90 Pts

Jamessuckling.com

91-92

par James Suckling le 04/04/2013

Very balanced and refined texture with silky tannins and fresh acidity. Lovely length. This is going to be a beautiful bottle. Deeper than 2011. The second year of this wine from the owners of Haut-Brion and Las Mission. 89% Merlot and 11% Cabernet Franc.