Château Capbern 2025 EP | Saint Estèphe
36% Merlot, 62% Cabernet Sauvignon, 2% Cabernet Franc
Het tweede domein van Calon Segur, vlak ernaast gelegen. Vroeger heette dit Capbern-Gasqueton. Een prachtige prijs/kwaliteitverhouding in 2025. Vanaf dit jaar een nieuw etiket, waarin de hartvorm terugkomt die de link legt met Calon Segur.
Vinous (Neal Martin) 92-94 P
The 2025 Capbern comes with a redesigned label that now sports the same heart-shaped motif in order to visibly link it with Calon-Ségur. This was picked from September 4 with the Merlot until September 20, the fastest harvest ever at 15 days since the maturity was already there. Yields are 32 hl/ha and it was matured in 60% new oak barrels, alcohol 13.8% with a 3.25 pH. This has an attractive bouquet with brambly black fruit, briar, cedar and light tea leaf scents that gradually open in the glass. Fine delineation. The palate is medium-bodied with grainy tannins, gentle grip, a little chalkiness and plenty of freshness and poise towards the finish. More cohesive than recent vintages, I really appreciate the control and minéralité towards the finish. This is one of the best Capbern releases to date.
Vinous (Antonio Galloni) 90-93 P
The 2025 Capbern is an absolute delight. Bold, juicy and super expressive, the 2025 is so showy today. A rush of dark red-toned fruit, new leather, spice, menthol, dried flowers and mocha makes a strong opening statement. Cabernet Sauvignon drives the blend. Capbern is usually pretty burly. The 2025 offers plenty of fruit intensity along with tannins that are more refined than most years. This is such a gorgeous wine. Best of all, Capbern should be a terrific value.
M. Quarin : 94 / Decanter : 93 / Bettane : 93-94 / J. Anson : 93 / J. Dunnuck : 93-95 / N. Martin : 92-94 / J. Leve : 92-94 / L. Perrotti : 92-94 / Alexandre MA : 92-94 / J. Suckling : 91-92 / Wine Advocate : 91-93 / J. Robinson : 16.5/20
Drink 2031-2055