2021 Château Mauvesin-Barton

The 2021 Mauvisin Barton has a well-defined bouquet with brambly red fruit, crushed iris flower and a hint of cinnamon. Very classic in style, it’s nicely focused with neatly integrated oak. The palate is medium-bodied with more tension than the Deuxième Vin and gentle grip. Quite juicy in style thanks to the 48% Merlot, a pinch of cracked black pepper emerges toward the finish, tingling on the aftertaste.

- Neal Martin (11/2023)

The orange peel and orange blossoms with redcurrants come through nicely here with a medium body, crunchy acidity and a firm finish. Bright and vivid. 52% cabernet sauvignon and 48% merlot. Nice to drink now but good backbone for the vintage. (07/2024)

The 2021 Château Mauvesin Barton is also fresh and lively, with a nicely balanced, medium-bodied style as well as attractive aromatics of darker currants, cedary herbs, and lead pencil. It's up-front, ready-to-go, and will evolve nicely over the coming 10-12 years. (04/2024)

A blend of 52% Cabernet Sauvignon and 48% Merlot, the 2021 Mauvesin Barton is medium garnet-purple in color. Scents of black cherries, mulberries, and tilled soil slowly emerge from the glass, leading to wafts of bay leaves and crushed rocks. The light to medium-bodied palate has a refreshing core of red berries, with soft tannins and plenty of zip on the finish. (04/2024)

A fresh, unadorned style, with red currant and damson plum notes infused with black tea and sandalwood accents. Stylish. Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. Drink now through 2029. 5,300 cases made.

- J.M.