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Antonio Galloni

Vinous

The 2023 Carbonnieux is a very pretty, promising wine. The open-knit, floral bouquet is immediately alluring, Medium in body and gracious, but with plenty of depth, Carbonnieux is beautifully refined in 2023. I admire its balance and poise. Hints of spice, crushed flowers and tobacco lift a core of dark blue- and black-toned fruits. 04/2024

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Neal Martin

Vinous

The 2023 Carbonnieux has a relatively light bouquet with black cherries, wild strawberry and earthy notes, and touches of mushroom, though it is not as defined as I would like. The palate is medium-bodied with angular tannins on the entry, light red fruit but it needs more cohesion and flesh on the finish. I am not convinced by this showing I'm afraid. Tasted twice. 04/2024

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Yohan Castaing

Robert Parker/Wine Advocate

The 2023 Carbonnieux reveals aromas of dark wild berries, mulberries, cassis, spices and menthol intertwined with violet notes with aeration. Medium to full-bodied, layered and textured with structured tannins, it’s lively and rich with powdery tannins and a fresh, elegant finish. This blend of 55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 33% Merlot, 7% Cabernet Franc and 5% Petit Verdot will be matured in one-third new oak. 04/2024

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Jeb Dunnuck

Jeb Dunnuck

I loved the 2023 Château Carbonnieux, a ripe, textured, medium-bodied effort that has beautiful red and black fruits, some floral, spicy nuances, terrific overall balance, and velvety tannins. It brings considerable elegance and finesse, with plenty of fruit. 05/2024

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James Suckling

James Suckling

This is a solid Carbonnieux with blackberry, forest-floor and crushed-stone character. It’s medium-bodied with firm, muscular tannins and a cool and bright finish. Better than 2022? 04/2024