Review on JancisRobinson.com
Posted by Gavin Quinney on 5th Dec 2015
We were chuffed to receive high scores and positive notes for our whites on Jancis Robinson's website, after a visit by Master of Wine, Richard Hemming. The first two wines are still available.
Ch Bauduc, Les Trois Hectares Sémillon 2014 Bordeaux
Broad, just as Sémillon should be – textural and waxy – not very grassy, but there are a few bits of herb in there. Then quite a dense, viscous finish. This shares a lot of the qualities of young Hunter Valley Smillon – I wonder if it would develop those same toasty aromas? (RH) 12%
Drink 2015-2020 16.5/20
Ch Bauduc Sauvignon Blanc 2014 Bordeaux
Lovely viscosity and mouthfeel – there’s so much texture to enjoy here. Flavours are as expected but well controlled, more like yellow citrus than green herbs. (RH)
Drink 2015-2017 16.5/20
Ch Bauduc Sauvignon Blanc 2013 Bordeaux
Hail-affected vintage. Certainly greener than the 2014, but there is good balance – bright acid, fresh balance and no dilution. The flavour profile illustrates how hail impacts on ripeness. (RH)
Drink 2014-2016 16/20
Ch Bauduc, Les Trois Hectares Sémillon 2007 Bordeaux
Toasty and caramelised, buttery and creamy – still intact, not oxidative. Spiced, fragrant. Really creditable and interesting. (RH)
Drink 2009-2014 16.5/20
Ch Bauduc Sauvignon Blanc/Sémillon 2002 Bordeaux
83% Sauvignon Blanc, 17% Smillon.
Toasty, expressive, plenty of fresh citric attack still in force then there’s a lovely range of grapefruit and honeycomb flavour on the palate. Long finish. This is really super stuff, and vindicates a good vintage that has aged well under screwcap. (RH)
Drink 2005-2018 17/20