2001 Chateau Climens Premier Cru Classe, Barsac 24x375ml

Vinous 96+

The 2001 Climens has always been one of my favourite vintages of this era. It has a divine bouquet, beautifully defined with quince, saffron, walnut and almond, hints of Satsuma emerging with time. The palate is well balanced with fine acidity, quite tangy with marmalade and quince, saline and spicy with a persistent finish. An awesome Climens with maybe more to offer down the line, hence the plus sign. Tasted at the Climens vertical at the château in April 2022. [Neal Martin, 08/04/2023]

Anticipated maturity: 2022-2060

Robert Parker 95

This has a light well defined bouquet with touches of white peach, white flowers and just a touch of lemon curd. Good delineation. The palate is very zesty on the entry with orange peel and bitter lemon, expanding nicely with a sharp, poised, racy finish with great penetration. Reminds me of Coutet (but it turned out to be Climens.) Tasted March 2011. [Neal Martin, 03/01/2011]

JancisRobinson.com 19

So massive and unctuous yet with great freshness. Wonderful stuff with a slightly burnt edge. Great complexity. Long. Brava! [03/10/2011]

Anticipated maturity: 2012-2030