PRE-ORDER 2015 | WS 93 Silky, supple, and forward, offering a "sensuous" feel with a blend of dark fruits and mineral nuances. 2016 | WS 93 Fresh and vibrant, featuring red/black cherry, raspberry, and violet notes, with a velvety, structured texture. 2017 | WS 92 Supple, racy, and inviting. It is opulent yet fresh, showing high minerality with a generous texture and a "spicy bite" on the finish. 2018 | WS 94 Silky, fresh, and opulent profile. It features aromas of black raspberry, plum, licorice, and cocoa, with a concentrated, powdery texture from clay-limestone soils. 2019 | D 95 The wine is described as a "hidden gem" of the limestone plateau, characterized by savory, fresh, and pure fruit flavors with a long, velvety finish. 2020 | V 94 The wine is described as having a rich, velvety texture with notes of blackberries, licorice, sweet spices, and chalky mineral nuances. 2021 | V 92-94 Praised for its fragrant bouquet of blackberry, raspberry, and wilted rose petal, with a cohesive finish. About Winery Château Les Grandes Murailles, a Saint-Émilion Grand Cru Classé, has a rich history rooted in the remains of a 12th-century Dominican monastery. The estate's name, meaning "Great Walls," directly references the imposing ruin that still stands today. Originally a small plot of vines near this remnant of the monastery, the estate has been known as Les Grandes Murailles since at least the 19th century. In 2013, the property became part of the Cuvelier family portfolio, joining Château Clos Fourtet. 

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