"This may be the ultimate French collaboration. Possibly the best winemaker in Bordeaux (Stephan Derenoncourt) pairing with the owner of possibly the best restaurant in France (L'Ami Louis). This newly revamped winery is turning out excellent wine in only it's first vintage; most of the credit can go to Derenoncourt and his fabulous team. Dark and brooding, with great integration of oak, tannin and acidity. Polished and showing nicely very early on, this should continue to age well for 10 to 15 ...

Rating for France-Bordeaux-Saint-Émilion: 88 (slightly better than average year)<br/><br/>Drinkability: young, aging quickly, could be good now<br/>