93

Antonio Galloni

Vinous

The 2019 Enclos Tourmaline is a heady, explosive wine. Vinification in barrel seems to have amplified flavors and textures. Plush dark cherry, espresso, licorice, dark spice, menthol and leather build a sumptuous, exotic Pomerol that hits all the right notes. Tasted two times. 02/2022

94

Neal Martin

Vinous

The 2019 Enclos Tourmaline has a gorgeous, pure bouquet that has calmed down during its barrel maturation, becoming more refined and less opulent, yet there is still ample intensity. The palate is very concentrated with an almost viscous texture, and less linear than before, leading to a precocious and decadent finish. A very impressive Pomerol, but I just wish it showed a little more delineation. 12/2021

93+

William Kelley

Robert Parker/Wine Advocate

The 2019 Enclos Tourmaline offers up aromas of plums, wild berries, sweet spices, loamy soil and creamy new oak. Full-bodied, ample and succulent, it's elegantly muscular, with an ample core of fruit, lively acids and powdery tannins. Derived from holdings on the plateau respectively located between Le Pin and Trotanoy, opposite Clinet, and opposite the château of La Fleur-Pétrus, this is the most serious Pomerol in Peter Kwok's portfolio. 04/2022

97

James Suckling

James Suckling

This has rich dark-fruit and smoky character with notes of ripe plums, black olives, spices, cocoa and clay-like soil. Some sweet tobacco, too. Full body, layers of fine, polished tannins and a round, creamy texture. Pure fruit with a touch of blue flowers. Rich and complex, yet fresh and delicious. Long and firm with a polished, earthy finish. Really impressive and rather decadent at the end. Le Pin-like. Try after 2025. 03/2022