"The 2018 Corbin surpassed my expectations from barrel. It has an outgoing but attractive bouquet, presenting less of the dark chocolate compared to its showing from barrel but retaining that light mintiness. The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannins, fresh and nimble, leading to a precise, quite mineral-driven finish. An excellent Corbin that should drink well over the next 12–15 years. Elegant." -Neal Martin
Robert Parker
RP92
"A blend of 90% Merlot and 10% Cabernet Franc, the 2018 Corbin has been aged for approximately 18 months in oak barrels, 50% new. It has 15% alcohol. Deep garnet-purple in color, it bursts from the glass with bold notions of blueberry coulis, baked black plums and blackberry pie, plus suggestions of incense, ground cloves, violets and camphor. The rich, full-bodied palate is ready for business, featuring bags of black fruit preserves and a velvety texture, finishing with plenty of freshness and a spicy kick." -Lisa Perrotti-Brown
Decanter
D93
"Annabelle Cruse is the owner of this lovely estate on the Pomerol side of St-Emilion. Evident coffee toasting suggesting well-handled oak, this has poise and definition, with slate and ripe blueberry notes, clear tannic hold and a fresh, sappy finish. Elegant but concentrated, serious in its intention but with St-Emilion gloss. Jean-Luc Thunevin is consultant as of this vintage. 50% new oak and a yield of 42hl/ha after selection (48hl/ha before)."
