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Antonio Galloni

Vinous

The 2023 Le Prieuré is a model of classicism and refinement. Dark, sensual and inviting, Le Prieuré is one of the most refined wines in Saint-Émilion. In recent vintages, it has always been a wine of tension. This iteration includes parcels from the neighboring châteaux, where there is a bit more clay. Consequently, the 2023 has a bit more mid-palate texture than most years, yet it retains its vibrant, saline intensity. I loved it. Tasted two times. 04/2024

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Neal Martin

Vinous

The 2023 Le Prieuré, a property where the new winery will come into operation from 2024, was cropped at 35hL/ha between September 9 and 29. It has much more fruit concentration than its stablemate, Vray Croix de Gay: black plum mixed with Provençal herbs and a light ferrous tincture. The palate is medium-bodied with pliant tannins and a keen line of acidity, remaining fresh and vibrant as it gently fans out toward the composed and satisfying finish. I really like this—a fine Saint-Émilion from winemaker Vincent Millet. 04/2024

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William Kelley

Robert Parker/Wine Advocate

The 2023 Le Prieuré is the first vintage from this estate to incorporate newly acquired parcels in Villemaurine, lending the wine some additional mid-palate amplitude. Offering up aromas of dark berries, cherries, bay leaf and incense, it's medium-bodied, lively and textural, with a bright spine of acidity that reflects its limestone origins. 04/2024

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Jean-Marc Quarin

Jean-Marc Quarin

Couleur noire. Nez intense, sentant bon les fruits noirs et l'épice. Minutieux en entrée de bouche, particulièrement aromatique au milieu, avec de l'élégance dans le toucher, le vin monte peu à peu vers une longue finale séveuse et profonde. Belle persistance sur la réglisse et la mûre. Tannins fins. Vincent Millet est en train de sortir définitivement ce cru de son handicapante austérité. Assemblage : 85 % merlot, 15 % cabernet franc. Degré d'alcool : 14°5 - pH : 3,5. Rendement : 35 hl/ha. Elevage en 30 % barriques neuves, en barriques d'un vin et en amphores. 04/2024

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James Suckling

James Suckling

This is very focused, with lots of blue fruit alongside crushed stone and a chalky sensibility. Medium body. Solid core of fruit with freshness and salinity at the end. Clear nature to this. This is much better than 2022. From the owners of Calon Segur. 04/2024