Readers looking for a wine that overdelivers should check out the 2015 Clos Lunelles, which comes from the Castillon region of Bordeaux. This medium to full-bodied, incredibly elegant red shows some obvious limestone-influenced minerality as well as outstanding notes of black raspberries, dried flowers, and a distinct salinity. It’s well worth seeking out and will keep for another decade at a minimum.
92 points, Jeb Dunnuck (Oct 2018)
The 2015 Clos Lunelles is gorgeous. Succulent, rich and inviting, the 2015 exudes class. Super-ripe red cherry, plum, blood orange, white chocolate and spice flesh out in this radiant, voluptuous Côtes de Castillon from Gérard Perse. Even with all of its intensity, the 2015 retains gorgeous aromatic freshness and lift from the limestone soils. The 2015 is 80% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Franc and 10% Cabernet Sauvignon.
92 points, Antonio Galloni, Vinous (Feb 2018)
Love the limestone, oyster-shell and berry character. Full body, round and silky tannins and a flavorful finish. Drink or hold.
92 points, James Suckling (Feb 2018)
Composed of 80% Merlot, 10% Cabernet Franc and 10% Cabernet Sauvignon aged in French oak, 80% new, the deep garnet-purple colored 2015 Clos Lunelles leaps from the glass with exuberant black and red currants notes plus touches of wild thyme, garrigue, damp soil, charcoal and forest floor. Medium to full-bodied, the palate has a solid structure of firm, chewy tannins and is packed with savory notions, finishing with a pleasant herbal lift.
91 points, Lisa Perrotti-Brown, Wine Advocate (Feb 2018)
Flashy, with glossy toast and melted red licorice and fruitcake flavors draped over a core of warm plum preserves. Good brambly energy keeps this honest. For fans of the style. Best from 2019 through 2024.
91 points, James Molesworth, Wine Spectator (Mar 2018)
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