Saint-Emilion.
75% Merlot and 25% Cabernet Franc.
Château Grand Mayne, a distinguished estate in the Saint-Émilion Grand Cru appellation of Bordeaux, spans 21 hectares of prime vineyard land. Established in the 15th century, this historic château is renowned for its dedication to crafting exquisite wines that reflect the rich terroir of Saint-Émilion.
Lisa Perrotti-Brown - Wine Independent: 93-95/100
Deep garnet-purple in color, the 2023 Grand Mayne shoots from the glass with vibrant notes of boysenberries, black raspberries, and wild thyme leading to hints of anise, mossy tree bark, and rose oil. The medium to full-bodied palate has a velvety texture and lively backbone supporting the tight-knit black and red berry flavors, finishing long and perfumed. This is impressive!
Jane Anson: 93/100
Bright ruby red, vivid depths to the body of the wine, well balanced, kick of eucalyptus and mint, a hint of grilled cloves, with clear juice and limestone grip running through the black cherry and damson fruit. The Nony family has produced another exceptional vintage here. 50% new. 49hl/ha yield. Possible upscore in bottle.
Panos Kakaviatos - Decanter:93/100
With aromas of red fruit, quite chipper and friendly, the palate reflects more (pleasing) limestone aspects, even if a tad timid in expressing the red fruit ripeness, along with crushed mint and allspice. I like the juicy mid-palate. The structured tannin leads to a medium finish but just slightly standoffish. The 18 months ageing in 50% new oak should soften the finish.
Bright ruby red, vivid depths to the body of the wine, well balanced, kick of eucalyptus and mint, a hint of grilled cloves, with clear juice and limestone grip running through the black cherry and damson fruit. The Nony family has produced another exceptional vintage here. 50% new. 49hl/ha yield. Possible upscore in bottle.
Panos Kakaviatos - Decanter:93/100
With aromas of red fruit, quite chipper and friendly, the palate reflects more (pleasing) limestone aspects, even if a tad timid in expressing the red fruit ripeness, along with crushed mint and allspice. I like the juicy mid-palate. The structured tannin leads to a medium finish but just slightly standoffish. The 18 months ageing in 50% new oak should soften the finish.
Antonio Galloni - Vinous: 92-94/100
A heady, exotic Saint-Émilion, the 2023 Grand-Mayne makes a strong opening statement. Readers will find a wine of dimension and textural resonance. Blackberry, chocolate, licorice, spice and dried herbs are all beautifully amplified. This is impressive.
A heady, exotic Saint-Émilion, the 2023 Grand-Mayne makes a strong opening statement. Readers will find a wine of dimension and textural resonance. Blackberry, chocolate, licorice, spice and dried herbs are all beautifully amplified. This is impressive.
James Suckling: 92-93/100
A very fine-grained red with tannins that caress your palate. Medium body. Reserved fruit character. Shows a nicely crafted expression already.
A very fine-grained red with tannins that caress your palate. Medium body. Reserved fruit character. Shows a nicely crafted expression already.