Clos du Marquis 2013

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Reviewed by: Neal Martin

The Clos du Marquis 2013 is surprisingly closed on the nose despite rigorous coaxing. The palate is much more expressive with supple tannins, quite linear in style with a touch of spiciness developing towards the finish. Whilst it lacks a little persistency in the mouth, it has a bit of Jean-Hubert's "swagger" about it. Tasted April 2014.

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Reviewed by: Robert M. Parker, Jr.

A very good effort in 2013, this blend of 73% Cabernet Sauvignon, 18% Merlot and the rest Cabernet Franc was cropped at 31 hectoliters per hectare. It reveals good ripeness for this vintage along with tasty, elegant, black cherry fruit intermixed with hints of tobacco leaf and dusty, loamy undertones, and a medium-bodied mouthfeel. The tannin begins to dry out every so slightly, but this is a good St.-Julien in this tough vintage. Drink it over the next 7-8 years.

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Reviewed by: Neal Martin

The 2013 Clos du Marquis has a commendable bouquet with lifted, brambly black fruit, bay leaf and an attractive seaweed note. The palate is medium-bodied, a little hard on the entry and quite structured for a 2013. If you can abide the austerity, not a common trait for Clos du Marquis, you will enjoy this wine, especially its tertiary/undergrowth-influenced finish. Drink it over the next 8-10 years.