Chateau Chauvin Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 2015

James Suckling  94 pts

The level of richness and fruit power captured in this elegant, silky St.-Emilion is impressive. Dark plums, roasted coffee and baking spices are wrapped up in solid, silky tannins. Great depth. Best from 2020.

Decanter  92 pts

Chauvin's vines are located in northwest St-Émilion, close to Pomerol. The property was bought by Sylvie Cazes in 2014. This is tight and fairly austere at the moment, but has rich fruit and full tannins. A very enjoyable wine that delivers polish. Drinking Window 2023 - 2038.

Jeb Dunnuck  92 pts

From an estate recently purchased by Sylvie Cazes, who is renovating the estate, the 2015 Château Chauvin checks in as a blend of 80% Merlot, 14% Cabernet Franc and 6% Cabernet Sauvignon, from sandy/clay soils, that was brought up in 60% new barrels. Its deep ruby/purple color is followed by a pure, elegant bouquet of crème de cassis, damp earth, candle wax, and spring flowers. Rich, concentrated, and seamless on the palate, with terrific elegance, it has ripe, present tannin, good acidity, and is going to age beautifully. Tasted twice. 92+

Wine Advocate  91 pts

The 2015 Chauvin is medium to deep garnet-purple in color and earthy on the nose with bay leaves, warm plums, underbrush, baked cherries and menthol aromas. The medium to full-bodied mouth is firm and chewy, a little taut but packed with flavor layers and finishing with an herbal lift.