• 88 Points
    Château Lalande-Borie 2006 Saint-Julien

    Firm and tight, with a layer of minerality over the dark tannins. The black currant and licorice flavors are just beginning to penetrate this tannic shell. The acidity is intense, giving the wine a fresh, almost crisp finish.

    — R.V. Published 3/1/2009
  • 88 Points
    Château Lalande-Borie 2006 Saint-Julien

    Firm and tight, with a layer of minerality over the dark tannins. The black currant and licorice flavors are just beginning to penetrate this tannic shell. The acidity is intense, giving the wine a fresh, almost crisp finish.

    — R.V. Published 3/1/2009
  • 88 Points
    Château Lalande-Borie 2006 Saint-Julien

    Firm and tight, with a layer of minerality over the dark tannins. The black currant and licorice flavors are just beginning to penetrate this tannic shell. The acidity is intense, giving the wine a fresh, almost crisp finish.

    — R.V. Published 3/1/2009
  • 88 Points
    Château Lalande-Borie 2006 Saint-Julien

    Firm and tight, with a layer of minerality over the dark tannins. The black currant and licorice flavors are just beginning to penetrate this tannic shell. The acidity is intense, giving the wine a fresh, almost crisp finish.

    — R.V. Published 3/1/2009