Chateau l’If Saint Emilion 2016 750ml

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Chateau l’If Saint Emilion 2016 750ml

Name: Chateau l'If Saint Emilion 2016 750ml
Brand: Chateau L'If
SKU: 865914
Price: 181.95 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 94.2 (6 reviews)

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SKU 865914

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JS 98pts

WA 94pts

DC 94pts

WS 93pts

VM 93pts

TWI 93pts

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Aromas of tar, earth, crushed stones, minerals and tobacco. Vibrant and youthful, medium- to full-bodied, with powerful concentration. Chalky tannins add definition as the fruit turns earthy. It shows power, but with finesse in the tannins. This will benefit from additional time in the bottle. Drink or hold. 10 Years On retrospective.

Country: France
Region: Bordeaux
Appellation: Saint Emilion

Size: 750ml
Color: Red

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Winery

Chateau L'If

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Varietal

Red Bordeaux

There are few regions in the world with stricter regulations in regards to wine production and grape varietals than those found in Bordeaux, France. Here, in the home of the world's finest wines, the type and quality of grapes used is of utmost importance, and the legendary wineries which work on the banks of the Gironde river have mastered the careful art of juice blending to find the perfect balance for their produce. Whilst there are six 'official' Bordeaux grapes, the two key varietals for almost every fine Bordeaux wine are Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot, and with good reason. Whilst Cabernet Sauvignon grapes are renowned for their acidity and astringency, strong fruit and spice flavors and full body, Merlot grapes are notably rounded, soft, fleshy and lighter on tannin. The combination of these two varietals, along with a small percentage of (commonly) Petit Verdot or Cabernet Franc, is the perfect balancing act â€“ the two grape varietals cancel out each others weaker points, and accentuate all that is good about the other.

Country

France

France, often regarded as the heart of the wine world, boasts a rich history, diverse terroirs, and a captivating variety of grape varietals. From the renowned vineyards of Bordeaux to the picturesque landscapes of Burgundy, France offers a wine lover’s dream journey. Whether you’re new to the world of wine or a seasoned enthusiast looking […]

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Region

Bordeaux

Bordeaux: The Pinnacle of Terroir Expression In the illustrious realm of wine, Bordeaux stands as a beacon of excellence, where history, tradition, and terroir converge to create some of the world’s most iconic wines. Bordeaux’s rich mosaic of vineyards is characterized by the left bank, right bank, and the sweet symphony of Sauternes. Each of […]

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Appellation

Saint Emilion

The beautiful sub-region of Saint Emilion in France's legendary Bordeaux region is regarded as the home of many of the world's finest red wines. The blending techniques employed in Saint Emilion have been passed down for generations, and aim to express the very finest flavors of the grape varietals used, most commonly Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc. The climatic conditions in Saint Emilion are perfect for growing many of the Bordeaux grapes, and high yields of exceptional quality are commonplace. Fed by the mighty Gironde river and benefiting from superb clay and gravel based soils, Saint Emilion produces millions of bottles of high quality blended and unblended red wines each year, and continues to be a firm favorite of wine experts and the general public alike.

Ratings & Reviews

JS 98pts

James Suckling

WA 94pts

Wine Advocate

Medium to deep garnet-purple colored, the 2016 L'If is a little shy to begin, opening out to show a beautiful red and black plums, kirsch and rose-laced personality, plus hints of tobacco and wild sage. Medium to full-bodied, the palate offers beautifully ripe, satiny tannins and wonderful freshness supporting the elegant, perfumed fruits through the long finish.

DC 94pts

Decanter

This has a deft ripple of acidity which keeps you on your toes all the way through this wine. From the Le Pin stable, it is just as seductive as you would imagine, with soft, ripe damson fruits and barely-there tannins that caress the palate. They have 5ha located by Troplong Mondot, 2ha by La Segue, and a further 1ha right on the limestone plateau. 100% Merlot, they finished picking this wine on 20th October as the soils are so late ripening. Aged in 50% new oak. Drinking Window 2025 - 2040

WS 93pts

Wine Spectator

Very solidly built, with a beam of cassis and blackberry puree flavors driving through, carried by well-embedded racy acidity and laced with subtle anise and singed juniper accents. Drink now through 2033. 500 cases made.

VM 93pts

Vinous Media

The 2016 L'If has quite a high-toned bouquet compared with its peers. Blackcurrant and blueberry scents, not endowed with the complexity of say, Figeac or Canon in the same flight. The palate is medium-bodied, with a sweeter entry than its peers, juicy and succulent, with more blue fruit manifesting towards the finish. Fine, but not in the same class as the top Saint-Émilions. Tasted at Bordeaux Index's Ten-Year-On tasting in London.

TWI 93pts

The Wine Independent

Château L’If has a nose of rounded spicy fruit, very sweet with notes of fresh cherries, red berries and well defined fruit. The taste is fine and structured with juicy fruit and notes of plums supported by a fine layer of soft tannins at the end. This wine is almost ready to be consumed.

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Winery

Chateau L'If

Varietal

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Country

France

Region

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Appellation

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Wine Advocate

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