Château Talbot 2021
IN BOND
Delivery 2024
Appellation - St Julien
Owner - Nancy Bignon
71% Cabernet Sauvignon, 24% Merlot, 5% Petit Verdot.
Second wines – Connetable Talbot
Annual production – 600,000 bottles
TASTING NOTES
"The 2021 Talbot, the Saint-Julien stalwart now under the aegis of Jean-Michel Laporte for several years, was picked from September 27 to October 11 at 44hL/ha and matured in 60% new oak, the alcohol registering 12.8%. It has a clean, focused and correct bouquet, hints of blood orange and graphite surfacing with aeration. The palate is medium-bodied with a supple entry. This feels cohesive and smooth, delivering moderate depth and a touch of licorice toward the finish. I would have just liked a little more on the aftertaste. (12.8% alcohol)"
90/92
Neal Martin, vinous.com, May 2022
"The 2021 Talbot is promising, exhibiting aromas of wild berries, cherries, cigar wrapper and sweet spices, followed by a medium to full-bodied, layered and velvety palate that's bright and seamless, with an enveloping, charming profile despite analytically rather high levels of polyphenols. This is a fine effort that reminds Jean-Michel Laporte of the 2001 vintage in style—though the 2021 will benefit from all the improvements that the last two decades have witnessed at this address. Tasted four times."
91/92+
William Kelley, Wine Advocate (260), April 2022
"A fruity and attractive 2021 with currant and berry aromas and flavors. Hints of citrus. Medium body. Fresh finish."
92/93
James Suckling, JamesSuckling.com, May 20
