David T

Independent Sommelier/Wine Educator

9.5

The reason I fell in love with Bordeaux is because I had one of the greatest mentors one could have, Clyde Beffa Jr. - Owner of K&L Wine Merchants. I could never thank him enough or show enough gratitude for the kindness he has shown me. He has been going to Bordeaux multiple times a year for 40 plus years and shown me the greatness of well made Bordeaux’s enjoyed at the age of 25 years plus!

Many who open well made Bordeaux’s young will never know the absolute Heaven they bring to the palate and even more so with a great steak. You only rob yourself of perfection when you open them inside of 25 years. Sure you can check em at 10-15 years for longevity but, you need to have/save bottles for 25 years plus.

Also, an old Bordeaux at 95 is not nearly the same as a young 95. At this age, technical scores are simply not the same as young wine. The enjoyment is completely different.

The nose reveals; a slight touch of funk, dark, ripe, currants, blackberries, dark cherries, black plum, black raspberries, strawberries on the edge of the glass, anise, cedar, graphite, used leather, just a whiff of green pepper, vanilla, caramel, mocha, dark Asian spice, incense, dark & mid berry cola, dark, rich earth, underbrush, limestone, dry stone, hint of sweet tarriness, light, dry herbaceousness, black tea, with dry, withering, fresh, dark, red, blue candied flowers and violets and lavender for days.

The body is round, soft and full. The 90 is the definition of elegant and floral. The structure, tension, length and balance are perfect with another 5-10 years of pleasure to give. It’s gorgeous and sexy. Dark, ripe, currants, blackberries, dark cherries, black plum, black raspberries, some blueberries, strawberries on the long set, anise, cedar, graphite, soft, used leather, vanilla, caramel, mocha, dark chocolate, salted, milk chocolate, dark Asian spice with just a touch of palate heat, a hint of green pepper, savory meats, incense, dark & mid berry cola, dark, rich earth, underbrush, limestone, dry crushed minerals, dry stone, hint of sweet tarriness, light, dry herbaceousness, black tea, with dry, withering, fresh, dark, red, blue candied flowers and violets and lavender for days. The acidity is perfect like a warm gentle rain shower. The finish is a “forget about it.” It’s; gorgeous, sexy, lush, ripe, just the right amount of earthiness, elegant, well balanced and will persist until you go to sleep.

13% ABV. I sure miss the 12–13% ABV of the 80 & early 90 Bordeaux’s.

Photos of; the majestic Chateau Cos d’Estournel and Estate vines, their barrel room with translucent floor to walk above, their library cellar that most would love to raid and their sitting salon.
— 5 years ago

Jordi Pazo

9.4

Hotel Majestic. La Gran Noche de la Rioja.
27.06.19 — 5 years ago

Pip Davie

9.4

Serve slightly chilled — 5 years ago

David Shaw

9.1

54% Upland Vyd Grenache, 38% Boushey Vyd Mourvèdre, 8% Blue Mtn Vyd Syrah, Block 8. Unfined, unfiltered, 312 cases made. Weed, herb, raspberry and black current notes in nose with a hint of mint/eucalyptus. Raspberry, cherry and cassis in mouth, mild seed bitterness in finish . Not much in the way of tannins buts lots of varietal character — 6 years ago

Eric

9.1

2014. Very nice blend for the price. Let it open up for awhile first. Does beg for food, but can be consumed alone if you like drinking reds without food. — 7 years ago

Callum Glacken

9.8

Lovely Pinot noir! — 9 years ago

Flavio Menezes

10

1990 Imperial. See you again (hopefully) in 30 years... majestic! — 9 years ago

Jojo Menzel

9.6

2010 vintage is nice at a decent price at Majestic in the uk — 10 years ago

Jordi Pazo

9.5

Hotel Majestic. La Gran Noche de la Rioja.
27.06.19 — 5 years ago

Jordi Pazo

9.0

Hotel Majestic. La Gran Noche de la Rioja.
27.06.19 — 5 years ago

Jordi Pazo

9.2

Hotel Majestic. La Gran Noche de la Rioja.
27.06.19 — 5 years ago

Jordi Pazo

9.1

Hotel Majestic. La Gran Noche de la Rioja.
27.06.19 — 5 years ago

Jorge Pazos

9.6

Gran Noche del Rioja en el Majestic — 5 years ago

Oli Woodland

9.0

Deep red, but very opaque, light red fruits but has a complexity to it with a leathery edge. probably has the flavour to match some dark red meats. — 5 years ago

Jocar C.

9.1

Really good with Asia food... Unfortunately I don't know the name of the food that they ask — 7 years ago

Karen Wade

9.2

Majestic love it! — 7 years ago

Gladys Xiques

9.2

I highly recommend decanting. This wine is majestic. It really evolves. At first uptight and no nonsense. It plays hard to get. Then over time it begins to come into its own acknowledging black fruit and currants then whispering some bell pepper and finally just sighing with a hint of and I mean just a hint of smoke. — 9 years ago

Parag Lalit

9.4

This is majestic.. As always! — 10 years ago

Rubychick

9.3

Yes, even with a little Malo I'm loving this and discovering I'm a true straight Cab Sauv girl #noblendsplease — 10 years ago

Jordi Pazo

8.9

Hotel Majestic. La Gran Noche de la Rioja.
27.06.19 — 5 years ago

Jordi Pazo

9.2

Hotel Majestic. La Gran Noche de la Rioja.
27.06.19 — 5 years ago

Jordi Pazo

9.3

Hotel Majestic. La Gran Noche de la Rioja.
27.06.19 — 5 years ago

Jordi Pazo

9.2

Hotel Majestic. La Gran Noche de la Rioja.
27.06.19 — 5 years ago

Jordi Pazo

9.3

Hotel Majestic. La Gran Noche de la Rioja.
27.06.19 — 5 years ago

Oli Woodland

9.3

Golden yellow with slight green tinted hue, lemons and limes with a peppery finish. Light body, great acidity. A bold but fresh white with tons of flavour. — 5 years ago

Ira Schwartz

9.4

Reminded me of the first time you see the Grand Canyon or Niagara Falls. Powerful,majestic and endless. For me the wood is a partner not a distraction. — 7 years ago

Madeleine Ralph

9.7

Amazing. Smooth. Loved it.
— 8 years ago

with Dan

Andrew Higgs

9.5

Heavy rich deep red fruit.
Majestic — 9 years ago

Andy Cowen

9.7

At home - bought from majestic wine on A23 — 10 years ago

James Prentice

9.5

From Majestic. Served as part of South American evening. — 10 years ago