(a 76/24 blend of cabernet sauvignon and merlot) Good bright, deep ruby-red. Complex aromas of blackcurrant, chocolate, smoke, leather and flowers. Sweet, lush and ripe, with a rather soft texture to the flavors of chocolate, mocha, brown spices, menthol and black olive. In spite of its noteworthy breadth, this conveys a rather high-pH mouth feel and good rather than outstanding intensity. Finishes with good length and rather soft tannins.

Tasted at BI Wine & Spirits' 10-Years-On tasting, the 2007 Calon Segur has a lovely ferrous bouquet that is just pure Saint Estèphe, maybe a little rustic in style, yet there is presence, impressive intensity and plenty of charm. The palate is medium-bodied with fine definition, not a complex Calon Segur, and you cannot escape the fact that it fades sharply towards the finish. That said, there is freshness in situ, and despite it feeling blocky and broad shouldered, it is the kind of off-vintage Claret that bistros and restaurants love. Drink now because I cannot foresee any improvement in bottle. Tasted February 2017.

– The Wine Advocate#231, June 2017

Dark core with wide brick rim. A good balance of mature undergrowth and sweet and present fruit, with just a very slight leafiness. Elegant, finely textured and long. Classic in a difficult vintage. Persistent too and juicy on the finish. Delicious and just ready now but no rush. (JH)

Layered ruby. Now this tastes like a complete wine at last – with richness and one that covers all the bases. Lots of fun to drink now. Clean and refreshing. (JR)