Quintus - Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2015

Decanter.com

93

par James Lawther MW le 06/11/2019

The 2015 is more St-Emilion in style than the 2016, and so some may prefer this vintage. This wine is sweet, round and gourmand with tannins that are plentiful but fine. It has a caressing texture but also displays precision, as well as length on the finish. The yield was lower than 2016, at 38.4hl/ha. This marks a definite step up from previous years at the estate.
Drinking Window 2022 - 2040

Vinous

92

par Neal Martin le 10/07/2019

The 2015 Quintus offers attractive blackberry, briary and cedar aromas on the nose but it lacks the definition and complexity of some of its peers. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannin, well judged acidity, quite smooth in the mouth with a joyful, vivid, savory finish. This is a delightful Saint-Émilion. Enjoy this over the next 10 to 12 years. Tasted blind at the Southwold 2015 Bordeaux tasting.

Wine Advocate

93

par Neal Martin le 02/03/2018

 A blend of 76% Merlot and 24% Cabernet Franc picked from 23 September to 9 October, the 2015 Quintus has a very similar bouquet compared to the one that I encountered from barrel, with plush blueberry and blackberry fruit, later touches of violet and incense developing in the glass. The palate is medium-bodied and adorned with a silky smooth texture. Dark cherries, all-spice, bay leaf and a pinch of white pepper all vie for attention, while the finish is very harmonious and dare I say, almost drinkable now. That would be too soon—allow this three years of bottle age and you will have a fine Quintus to enjoy over the next 15 to 20 years. Anticipated maturity: 2021 - 2038. 

Wine Advocate

94

par Lisa Perrotti-Brown le 22/02/2018

A blend of 76% Merlot and 24% Cabernet Franc, the 2015 Quintus has a medium to deep garnet-purple hue, opening with aromas of baked cherries, warm red currants and crushed black plums with touches of cigar box, violets and dark chocolate. Medium-bodied, it sports very finely-grained, plush tannins and remains seamlessly refreshing and elegant in the mouth with a seductively nuanced flavor profile, culminating with wonderful length and depth.

Wine Spectator

92

par James Molesworth le 15/02/2018

Rich and concentrated, with a wave of ganache out front, followed by warmed plum, fig and blackberry confiture flavors. Shows hints of loam and chalk through the finish, with good integration. Best from 2020 through 2030. 3,250 cases made.  –JM

Jamessuckling.com

97

par James Suckling le 12/02/2018

Such a beautiful and complex nose of rose petals, dark fruit and sandalwood. Full-bodied, juicy and flavorful. A precise linear edge to this runs through the wine. Very fine tannins. Yet this is so powerful. Love it. Drink in 2022 and forward.

Jeb DUNNUCK

94

par Jeb Dunnuck le 30/11/2017

The Wine Cellar Insider

92-94

par Jeff Leve le 30/04/2016

Jean-Philippe Delmas is clearly getting the hang of things at Quintus. With a deep ruby color, this wine combines elegance, freshness and purity of fruit. The tannins are refined, the textures are supple and there is no sensation of heat, even though the wine is quite high in alcohol. Produced from a blend of 76% Merlot and 24% Cabernet Franc, the harvest took place from September 23 to October 9. The wine reached 15.2% alcohol with a pH of 3.52.

Wine Advocate

92-94

par Neal Martin le 29/04/2016

The 2015 Château Quintus is a blend of 76% Merlot and 24% Cabernet Franc picked between 23 September and 9 October, matured in 37% new wood. It has an intense, lifted bouquet of violet-infused blueberry and blackberry fruit, very floral and vivacious. The palate is very well balanced with ripe, supple tannin that carry the pure black cherry and boysenberry fruit effortlessly. The acidity is very well judged and there is great precision towards the finish that leaves a residue of white pepper on the tongue. This is one of the most harmonious and complex Quintus that I have tasted since its debut in 2011, though it deserves 4-6 years in bottle to subsume those tannins.

Decanter.com

92

par James Lawther MW le 28/04/2016

The best yet from this newly created, Haut-Brion-owned estate (first vintage 2011). Full and fragrant with plenty of depth. Smooth, fresh and well defined, the palate showing greater precision. 2022-2035

Vinous

90-93

par Antonio Galloni le 27/04/2016

The 2015 Quintus wraps around the palate with serious depth and intensity. Dark cherry, plum, chocolate and spices are some of the signatures. Sumptuous, rich and full-bodied, the 2015 is a decidedly big wine, yet it also possesses terrific overall balance for the vintage.

Jancis Robinson

16,5

par Jancis Robinson le 26/04/2016

Bordeaux 2015 - St-Émilion and satellites | Articles | JancisRobinson.com 76% Merlot, 24% Cabernet Franc. Picked 23 September to 9 October. Made by the new owners, sister property to Haut-Brion. Made up of slopes facing in several different directions, on the extreme west of the plateau with lots of different soil types too. Jean-Philippe Delmas admits that the learning curve has been steep, but 'it's a unique chance to play'. As a result of their various acquisitions, they can choose from two different chais (ex Chx Tertre Daugay and L'Arrosée) with two different sorts of vats - quel luxe!Dark and rich on the nose. Big and bold. A bit more chunky and structured than the Dragon, the second wine named after the 6m-high dragon on the property. Not as charming as the second wine at this stage. Drink 2025-2040 16.5+

timatkin.com

94

par Tim Atkin MW le 20/04/2016

Jean-Marc QUARIN

16,75

par Jean-Marc Quarin le 14/04/2016

Ma meilleure note donnée à ce cru en primeur. Quel vin ! Couleur sombre, intense et belle. Nez pur, fruité, truffé et réglissé. Plein à l'attaque, riche au développement, puissant, sèveux, charmeur et délicatement tramé, ce vin évolue profond et noble vers une finale enrobée et un retour de notes truffées. C'est beau ! Assemblage : 76 % merlot, 24 % cabernet franc. Degré d'alcool : 15,2° - pH : 3,52. Rendement : 38,4 hl/ha.

Jamessuckling.com

96-97

par James Suckling le 05/04/2016

Crazy aromas of saffron, volcanic salt, hot stone, mushrooms, and wet earth. Then blueberry and blackberry undertones. Full body, super compressed and refined tannins. Powerful. Seamless and endless. 76% merlot and the rest cabernet franc.