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Antonio Galloni

Vinous

The 2023 Kirwan turned out beautifully. Aromatic and poised, this mid-weight Margaux has a ton to offer. Crushed flowers, vibrant red-toned fruit, blood orange, cedar, mint and licorice are beautifully lifted. The 2023 is so classy and refined. 03/2026

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Neal Martin

Vinous

Bottled in June 2025, the 2023 Kirwan was cropped at a generous 50hl/ha, matured in 50% new oak for 21 months. It has a clean, unpretentious but well-defined bouquet with blackberry, raspberry and iodine scents that remain just a little backward, a bit reticent at the moment. The palate is framed by very fine tannins, crisp black fruit laced with black pepper. I admire the symmetry of this Kirwan and the precision that defined the finish. This is a Margaux not to be overlooked. 02/2026

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Jeb Dunnuck

Jeb Dunnuck

Another brilliant wine from Margaux, the 2023 Château Kirwan reveals a deep blue/purple hue to go with a nicely oaked profile of ripe black fruits, leafy herbs, iron, violets, and spice. It's balanced, medium to full-bodied, has a supple, layered mouthfeel, remarkable purity, and a great finish. As with most 2023s, it's going to shine with just a few years of bottle age. 05/2024

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Jean-Marc Quarin

Jean-Marc Quarin

Couleur sombre, intense et pourpre. Nez très aromatique, pur, fin, fruité. Nuances subtiles de gelée de mûres. Délicatement velouté en entrée de bouche, puis évoluant pulpeux, juteux et fondant, avec de la classe dans le toucher et beaucoup d'unité dans le toucher, le vin s'achève long et très bon. Assemblage : 65 % cabernet sauvignon, 23 % merlot, 6 % petit verdot, 5 % cabernet franc, 1 % carmenère. Degré d’alcool : 13°2 – pH : 3,6 – IPT : 64. Rendement : 50 hl/ha. 04/2024

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James Suckling

James Suckling

This shows notes of ripe dark berries with hints of licorice and orange peel. It’s very polished and refined with a solid center-palate. Medium-bodied and creamy on the finish. 04/2024