2021 Château Capbern

The 2021 Capbern is gorgeous. Bright and floral, with mid-weight structure, this Capbern is terrific. The cool style of the year works quite well for this site. Crushed flowers, spice, cedar and worn-in leather linger on the articulate finish. Tasted two times.

- Antonio Galloni (12/2023)

A linear and rather lean 2021 with currant, black berry and graphite character. Medium body. Creamy tannins. Slightly chewy but will soften nicely. Drink after 2026. (07/2024)

Checking in as a blend of 70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 28% Merlot, and the rest Petit Verdot, the 2021 Château Capbern is terrific and an undeniable success in the vintage. Beautiful cassis, red cherries, savory herbs, and camphor notes all flow to a medium-bodied, round, charming, elegant 2021 that shines for its overall balance and purity. Give it just 2-3 years in the cellar, and it will evolve for 15 years or more if well stored. (04/2024)

The 2021 Capbern is medium to deep garnet-purple in color. Notes of redcurrant jelly and kirsch lead to a core of cassis and lavender, with a touch of tapenade. The medium-bodied palate is soft and fruity, with just enough freshness and a spicy lift on the finish. (04/2024)

Leads with damson plum fruit, while fresh chalky minerality and savory notes sparkle underneath. Forms a singed cedar backdrop on the finish as the fruit and minerality work together. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Petit Verdot. Drink now through 2030. 6,500 cases made.

- J.M.

Bottled in May 2023, two months before its big brother Calon-Ségur, the 2021 Capbern has turned out very nicely, offering up aromas of dark berries, plums and licorice mingled with subtle hints of lilac, mint and spices. Medium to full-bodied, plush and polished, it's seamless and fleshy, with sweet tannins and good length on the finish.

- William Kelley (02/2024)