Decanter 93/100.

Decanter 94/100.

Jane Anson, Inside Bordeaux 92/100.

Decanter 93/100.

Jane Anson 95: 'A vineyard that should perform strongly in this kind of vintage, because located right next to the river for air conditioning, with a mix of gravel with clear clay sections to retain freshness, and it's definitely one to look out for. Layers of redcurrant, raspberry and blackcurrant fruits, juicy mouthwatering finish, peony, pencil lead, orange peel, 3.75ph. Certainly this is a great example of Meyney. Hubert de Bo?ard consultant. A buy. 58% cab sauv, 29% merlot, 13% petit verdot.'

Decanter 93: 'Juicy and alive, energetic from the start, bright and vibrant with juicy, well-integrated tannins plumped up concentrated dark fruit giving the strength and richness. Broad and full with lots to offer, appealing and easy to enjoy with a sweet succulence at the end that lifts the whole palate and makes you want to try it again. Some salty, mineral touches on the finish too gives a nice lingering mineral flavour. Tasted twice. 6% Cabernet Franc completes the blend. A yield of 34hl/ha. Harvest 12-26 September.'

Jane Anson, Inside Bordeaux 92/100.

Jane Anson, Inside Bordeaux 92/100.

Decanter 96/100.

Jane Anson 91: 'Emphasis on Petit Verdot at La Gurgue, and this kicks off with black pepper spice, a ton of dark intense fruits, mushroom, undergrowth, edges of baked plum but also eucalyptus and mint, there is balance and interest here. 25hl/h yield, 3.6ph, harvest September 9 to 30. 15% new oak, 35% barrels of one wine, 35% in concrete eggs, 15% amphora for ageing. 53% cab sauv, 30% merlot, 17% petit verdot.'

Jane Anson, Inside Bordeeaux 92/100.

Jane Anson 93: Inky plum depths to the colors here are vivid and inviting, and on the palate you get plenty of character and spice. Things are high volume and intense, with ripe blackberry and loganberry fruit, autumnal but still with plenty of juice and texture. Good quality. 32hl/h yield. 65% cab sauv, 30% merlot, 5% petit verdot.'

Jane Anson, Inside Bordeaux 93/100. Jeb Dunnock 93-94/100.

Decanter 94/100.

Jane Anson 93: 'Brushed velvet tannins, plenty of tannic grip and a spicy core, this has the character of the vintage, with an architecture that is a little chunky and takes its time to stretch out, but once it relaxes, the finish is long and refreshing, with edges of rosemary, sage, saffron and slate. Enjoyable. 45% new oak 82% merlot, 14% cab franc, 4% petit verdot.'

Parker 93-95: 'Another impressive performance from this estate, the 2022 Laroque offers up aromas of sweet berries, violets, iris and exotic spices, followed by a medium to full-bodied, layered palate with a rich core of fruit that's framed by lively acids, concluding with a taut, chalky finish. Once again, it's the result of a strict selection that sees only 45% of the production released as the grand vin.'

Decanter 93: 'Lovely fragrance on the nose, so scented and perfumed, really expressive and open on the nose. Juicy and supple, gorgeous mouthwatering acidity with quite a compact palate giving a push-pull of freshness and texture. The tannins are at the fore but nicely fill the mouth with fleshy black and red fruit ? filling but not harsh. Lots of liquorice and spiced elements but all well integrated. Has a sense of style and polish with plenty of flavour and long length ? really sustains interest and lasts and lasts. Will be delicious. Simon and Loic from Derenoncourt. Added two more small plots of 1.5ha so they now have 6.5ha. Soil is the same, only clay, with veins of blue clay especially where the old Merlots are. Average age of vines is 45. Yield of 30hl/ha. Harvest 19 and 20 September for Merlotand Cabernet Franc 23 September. Ageing 16 months, one third new oak in 500l barrels, one third one year old barrels (part 500l, 225l), the rest two year old barrels 225l.'

Decanter 93/100.

On clay-limestone hilltops overlooking the Dordogne valley; 60% merlot, 20% cab sauv, 10% cab franc; 4 Gold Medals. Dark red violet. Compact, intense, and properly ripe and fruity dark fruit. Nice intro to 2022 claret. Totally together. The fruit, the concentration, the acidity, the underlying fine tannin. Just a picture of harmony on the palate. Develops even more range and spicy extras as it warms in the mouth. Wow. No wonder 2022 is so highly touted. 91/100.

Jane Anson, Inside Bordeaux 93/100.

Jane Anson, Inside Bordeaux 93/100.

Jane Anson, Inside Bordeaux 95/100. A Village Corner tasting panel member adds the following comments: 'The first thought that came to my mind upon nosing the wine was, this smells important. After tasting this upon opening and at 24 hours, this is one of the best Bordeaux blancs I have tasted in decades. Notes of gooseberry, fresh lemon and wet stone with a hint of vanilla initially, but with some air and warming a complex spice box came forward. It was similar to a blend I own that has fennel, ginger, white pepper, cassia, star anise, long pepper and rose buds. The fruit is so perfectly ripe and fresh. The acidity is crisp and refreshing. While light and balanced on the palate, it has excellent concentration. At 24 hours it had filled out and seemed even richer. The palate was true to the nose. This is a truly excellent wine, not to mention a remarkable value in today's market.'