The blackberry, flint, graphite and pine needle aromas come through clearly. Medium-bodied with fine tannins and balanced fruit and structure. A blend of merlot, cabernet sauvignon and cabernet franc. Very drinkable now, but better in a year or two.
94 points, James Suckling (Dec 2025)
Sculpted and succulent, love the lift and rinse of oyster shell salinity, set against blueberry and raspberry fruits, gentle grilled oak that is well integrated even at this early stage. Lovely. Annabelle Cruse owner.
94 points, Jane Anson (Mar 2026)
Ripe red and black fruits, chocolate, leafy herbs, spicy wood, and iron nuances all emerge from the 2023 Château Grand Corbin, a sexy, pleasure-bent Saint-Émilion Grand Cru from the upper plateau close to Pomerol. Based on 83% Merlot, 13% Cabernet Franc, and 4% Cabernet Sauvignon from clay soils and aged 12 months in 40% new French oak, it's medium to full-bodied and textured on the palate, with a broad, layered, fleshy style, beautifully integrated tannins, and a great finish. This impeccably made effort needs 3-5 years to gain complexity and will shine over the following 15+ years. Drink 2029-2044.
92 points, Jeb Dunnuck (Mar 2026)
Juicy and succulent, easy to like this with blackcurrant and blueberry fruit and a smattering of powdery milk chocolate and clove spice intermingled. Not overly shouting, this is more understated but there’s real charm to this. Everything seems to work. Nice acidity, not overly juicy, but matches the fine tannins. Easy.
92 points, Georgina Hindle, Decanter (Jan 2026)
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