95+

Antonio Galloni

Vinous

The 2016 Hosanna is a big, powerful wine. Far more introverted and brooding than it was en primeur, Hosanna gives the impression of a wine that is going to need quite a bit of time to fully recover from bottling. Today, the fruit is a bit muted, although the wine's power, depth and overall structure are very much present. Mocha, espresso, grilled herbs and leather build into the dark, somber finish. 12/2018

95

Neal Martin

Vinous

The 2016 Hosanna has a compelling bouquet with blackberry and estuarine scents, a little Left Bank in style. The palate is medium-bodied with grainy tannins, very well balanced, gentle grip and an elegant, pure finish. Sensual and delightful. Tasted at Bordeaux Index’s Ten Year On tasting. 02/2026

95+

Lisa Perrotti-Brown

Robert Parker/Wine Advocate

The 2016 Hosanna is composed of 85% Merlot and 15% Cabernet Franc. Medium garnet-purple colored, it comes spilling out of the glass with the most beautiful floral perfume of lilacs and lavender over a core of black and red cherries, black raspberries and cedar chest plus hints of tobacco and chocolate mint. Medium to full-bodied, the palate is elegantly styled with beautiful floral and cherry layers framed by velvety tannins, finishing long and fragrant. 11/2018

97

Jeb Dunnuck

Jeb Dunnuck

From a tiny 11-acre parcel of clay soils and a blend of 85% Merlot and 15% Cabernet Franc, the 2016 Château Hosanna is a rocking success in the vintage. Boasting a deep ruby/purple color, notes of blackcurrants, iron, smoked earth, chocolate and subtle floral notes, a layered, full-bodied mouthfeel, and sweet, building tannins, it's a seamless, elegant, yet still powerful Hosanna that needs 4-5 years of bottle age and will cruise for two decades. 02/2019

98

Jacobo Garcia Andrade

James Suckling

Thyme, tar, dark fruit and smoke on the nose. I love the balance. Medium- to full-bodied, showing precision and length, but with finesse rather than an imposing structure. Vibrant and approachable, yet still youthful. Drink or hold. 10 Years On retrospective. 01/2026