Dunkles Rubingranat, violette Reflexe, dezente Randaufhellung. Zarte Edelholzwürze, Nuancen von Lakritze, schwarze Waldbeeren, florale Noten, einladendes Bukett. Saftig, reife rote Kirschen, elegant, präsente, integrierte Tannine, insgesamt ist das Holz noch spürbar, wird von weiterer Flaschenreife profitieren, besitzt Mineralität und Frische, sicheres Potenzial.
Jeb Dunnuck im März 2023:
From an estate that has been on an incredible run of late, largely due to the talents of director David Suire, the 2020 Château Laroque shows the cooler, limestone-driven style of the terroir beautifully and has a clean, focused style in its darker (almost blue) berry fruits as well as chalky minerality, violets, spice, and floral nuances. Medium-bodied on the palate, this focused, straight, remarkably pure Saint-Emilion has terrific mid-palate depth and a great finish. It needs to be hidden in the cellar for a solid 4-5 years if possible and is going to have 30 years of longevity. If drinking any time soon, give it an hour in a decanter.
William Kelley im April 2023:
The 2020 Laroque has turned out nicely, bursting with aromas of cherries, minty blackberries, licorice and bay leaf. Medium to full-bodied, velvety and layered, with good depth at the core, chalky but refined tannins and a saline finish, it's another strong performance for this rising star of Saint-Émilion.
James Suckling im Dezember 2022:
Aromas of sweet berries with herbs, wet earth and moss undertones as well as fresh mushrooms. Medium- to full-bodied with ultra-fine and creamy tannins and a lovely finish. It’s polished and refined. Drink after 2025, but already very pretty.
Antonio Galloni ist im Dezember 2022 voll des Lobes für den JG 2020 des Chateau Laroque
Für Ihn ist der Wein ein "Winner" zudem lobt er die Rechhaltigen Nuancen.