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Antonio Galloni

Vinous

The 2022 Baron de Brane is a gorgeous second wine. Merlot drives the blend, and that comes through in the wine's plush contours and forward, succulent fruit. Black cherry, plum, licorice and menthol all meld together in an effortless wine that is all charm. This is beautifully done. 01/2025

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Neal Martin

Vinous

The 2022 Baron de Brane aged for 12 months in oak barrels, 15% new. It has a pretty bouquet, featuring light blackcurrant and cedar scents. It’s understated at first but with fine delineation and gathering pace with aeration. The palate is medium-bodied with pliant tannins, a keen line of acidity, touches of black pepper and saline/black olive compote notes towards the finish. This should drink after just a few months bottling and give 12 to 15 years' of drinking pleasure. 01/2025

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William Kelley

Robert Parker/Wine Advocate

Aromas of sweet cherries, blackberries, pencil shavings and barnyard introduce the 2022 Baron de Brane, a medium-bodied, sweet and somewhat carnal red that will appeal to readers with old-fashioned tastes. 03/2025

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Jean-Marc Quarin

Jean-Marc Quarin

Couleur sombre et intense. Nez très aromatique et pour la première fois subtil. Moelleux en entrée de bouche, savoureux au milieu, avec un corps fondant, le vin se trame doucement avant de briller par son éclat aromatique en finale. Longueur normale. Ensemble délicieux. 02/2025

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James Suckling

James Suckling

A linear and very fine second wine with blackcurrants, and a light bitterness with lemons. Medium body. Pretty tannins. Fresh and bright. 65% merlot, 30% cabernet sauvignon, 4% cabernet franc and 1% petit verdot. 04/2023