Château Potensac

Château Potensac, Médoc, 2003

Name: Château Potensac, Médoc
Brand: Château Potensac
Price: 379.07 GBP

89/100

Robert Parker Wine Advocate

88/100

Vinous

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2003
12x75cl
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£379.07

Justerini & Brooks Tasting note

A superb 2003 and, like other northern Médocs, Potensac is performing out of its skin. Bursting with aromas of ripe bramble and blackcurrant, layers of deep, rich, concentrated berry fruit, and ripe tannins. 33% Merlot, 24% Cabernet Franc and 43% Cabernet Sauvignon went into the blend, cropped at 43hl/ha, of which 30% receives new oak.

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Critic Reviews

88/100

Neal Martin,

Vinous

The 2003 Potensac has a mature nose with touches of loam and bacon fact infusing the black fruit. A menthol hint emerges with time. The palate is medium-bodied with a ripe core of fruit, admirable freshness, and not overly complex. There's maybe a touch of brett on the finish. But there is undoubtedly charm in situ. Drinking perfectly now. Tasted at the château.

drinking window 2023 - 2032

date of review 08/2023

89/100

William Kelley,

Robert Parker Wine Advocate

A success in this torrid vintage, the 2003 Potensac offers up aromas of red fruit, cedar box and licorice, followed by a medium to full-bodied, fleshy and vibrant palate. At approaching age 20, it continues to drink very well, but there is no reason to defer gratification.

drinking window 2007 - 2027

date of review 08/2022

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