You must be 21 or older to purchase alcohol. Please enjoy responsibly.
In Stock
In stock and ready to ship.
SKU: 558391
Prieure Lichine 2023 (750ML)
$44.99
$54.99
Save
18%
Item is in stock
Only 0 left in stock
Pre-Arrival
Item is out of stock
Item is unavailable
Complimentary Delivery on orders over $500
Prieuré-Lichine’s 2023 sits on the mid-weight side of the vintage, trading sheer density for detail and balance. This Margaux is 64% Cabernet Sauvignon, 31% Merlot and 5% Petit Verdot, raised in 35% new oak. It is deep ruby in the glass, with black cherry, cassis and black raspberry on the nose, framed by cedar, well-judged oak and a lightly savory violet note. The palate is medium-bodied and supple, its ripe, fine tannins lifted by a crisp line of acidity, and it finishes with more character and length than its weight might suggest. It will reward four or five years in the cellar, and one critic sees it drinking well from 2027 to 2042. Seared duck breast with cherries, mushroom-stuffed roast chicken or a firm sheep’s-milk cheese would all suit it.
Stock & Availability
Available
Country
France
Region
Bordeaux
Appellation
Margaux
Color
Red
Varietal
Bordeaux Blend
Prearrival
No
Critic Reviews
Wine Advocate
91-92 Points
91-92 Points, William Kelley, Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate: “Fleshy and demonstrative, the 2023 Prieuré-Lichine offers up aromas of sweet berries, plums and smoke, framed by creamy new oak. Medium to full-bodied, rich and textural, with good depth and persistence, it's a strong effort that will offer a broad drinking window in a more modern style.” 04/24
Antonio Galloni
91-93 Points
91-93 Points, Antonio Galloni, Vinous: “The 2023 Prieuré-Lichine offers up copious red/purplish fruit, lavender, rose petal and mint. This is very nicely perfumed. Silky tannins add to an impression of finesse. There is just a touch of dryness on the finish, which is the only real question mark here. Tasted two times.” 04/24
The Wine Independent
91-93 Points
91-93 Points, Lisa Perrotti-Brown, The Wine Independent: "Prieure-Lichine 2023 is deep garnet-purple in color. Subtle wafts of juicy plums and fresh raspberries slowly emerge from the glass, plus nuances of violets, crushed rocks, and wild thyme. The elegantly styled, medium-bodied palate is soft and refreshing, with a whispery finish. The blend is 64% Cabernet Sauvignon, 31% Merlot, and 5% Petit Verdot." 05/24
Neal Martin
91-93 Points
91-93 Points, Neal Martin, Vinous: “The 2023 Prieuré-Lichine has a well-defined and quite detailed bouquet with pretty black cherries, cedar and wilted violet aromas. The palate is medium-bodied, with light tannins matched by a crisp bead of acidity. It doesn't possess a dense or concentrated finish, yet there is balance here, and it will provide very pleasant drinking for 15 to 18 years. This is just a delicious Margaux wine in the making.” 04/24
James Suckling
93-94 Points
93-94 Points, JamesSuckling, JamesSuckling.com: “A very fine and polished PL with blackcurrant, fresh-herb, terracotta and crunchy-seed character. Medium body, fine and focused tannins and a flavorful finish. Lots there in a classic way.” 04/24
Jeb Dunnuck
92-94 Points
92-94 Points, Jeb Dunnuck, JebDunnuck.com: “The 2023 Château Prieuré-Lichine checks in as 64% Cabernet Sauvignon, 31% Merlot, and the rest Petit Verdot, raised in 35% new oak. Its deeper ruby hue is followed by gorgeous aromatics of cassis and black raspberries as well as classy oak and savory flower-like nuances. With medium-bodied richness, a supple, elegant mouthfeel, and ripe tannins, it's very much in the more mid-weight style of the vintage yet has tons of character, complexity, and length. It's going to need 4-5 years in the cellar, but it’s clearly a terrific effort.” 05/24
