Tasting Notes
Vinous 94
The 2016 L If eschews the Cabernet Franc vines, since they did not perform as well as expected, according to co-proprietor Fiona Morrison. This is matured in 50% new and 50% one-year-old oak for 12 to 16 months. It has a lovely blackberry, wild hedgerow and crushed stone aroma that is very focused and quite delineated. The palate is medium-bodied with edgy tannin and fairly citric in style. Not deep, but fresh and well-balanced, leading to a structured saline finish. Quite a cerebral L If that deserves a couple of years in bottle.
Anticipated maturity: 2022-2042
Robert Parker 94
Medium to deep garnet-purple colored, the 2016 L’If is a little shy to begin, opening out to show a beautiful red and black plums, kirsch and rose-laced personality, plus hints of tobacco and wild sage. Medium to full-bodied, the palate offers beautifully ripe, satiny tannins and wonderful freshness supporting the elegant, perfumed fruits through the long finish.
Anticipated maturity: 2020-2038
Producer Profile
Area under vines: 6 hectares
Soils: clay and limestone
Average age of the vines: 25 years
Production: 1650 cases a year
Ageing: in 100% new oak for 9 months
Grape varieties:
- Merlot 60%
- Cabernet Franc 20%
- Cabernet Sauvignon 10%
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