Chateau de Chambrun 2011

THE WINE ADVOCATE: "A big-time sleeper of the vintage from proprietor Silvio Denz, this sensational 2011 transcends the vintage as well as the reputation of the appellation. It exhibits a dense ruby/purple color along with plenty of chocolaty berry fruit and a plump, full-bodied, opulent, layered style. This is about as good as a Lalande de Pomerol can be. Drink it over the next 6-8 years."

FALSTAFF: "Frische, dunkle und rote Beerenfrucht in der Nase, dazu eingekochte und gedörrte Pflaume, etwas Lakritze. Am Gaumen elegant, ausgewogen, fein geschliffenes Tannin, Schmelz, langer Abgang."