97(+?) Points | International Wine Cellar , July/August 2012

Opaque, almost impenetrable purple-ruby.  Closed nose hints at ripe dark plum, cassis, violet, coffee, minerals and ink.  Opulent flavors of blackcurrant, minerals and herbs are pure and clean, with harmonious acidity lifting and extending them on the very long, rich, suave finish.  This wine has improved considerably since the Primeurs.  In fact, this is even more true of the 2010, which makes me think that Mouton may now require extra patience and leeway when it's tasted during the spring following the harvest.  Another stellar wine for this property.  (ID)

98 Points | Wine Spectator

99+ Points | Robert Parker's The Wine Advocate