Château Ferrière 2015

This is solid, with brambly grip running in lockstep with a solid core of plum and black currant preserve flavors. Shows ample energy through the finish, where alder and tobacco notes check in. Not as dense as the top examples, but delivers terrific fruit and expression. Best from 2020 through 2030. 5,833 cases made.

92–94. Barrel Sample. This is a dense wine, one with a grand sense of balance and fruitiness. The smoky flavors complement both the tannins and the ripe blackberry fruits. It is a fine wine, showing both pleasant structure and great fruit character.

Fairly closed on the nose, followed by some earthy aspects on the attack - it is markedly less overworked than some. You feel there is land here and the grapes come from it, not just piped in by glove-wearing beauties. There is tension and grip on the finish, and a joyfulness to the Cabernet-dominated black fruits. Certified organic, the estate is currently converting to biodynamic certification. 40% new oak.

This has an array of very assertive dark berries and plums with graphite and cedary oak. The palate is more muscular here. More assertive firmness to the tannins. Give it time. Try from 2023.

Tasted blind. Dark crimson. Very lifted nose. A bit soupy. Lacks freshness. But you could enjoy it in the short term. (JR)

The 2015 Ferrière is terrific. Black cherry, plum, lavender and spice give the 2015 its super distinctive dark profile. Juicy and generous on the palate, the 2015 has developed into a very nice Margaux that plays on the darker end of the fruit spectrum. The 2015 is dense and powerful, but also impeccably balanced.

The best wine I have ever tasted here. Medium bodied, finesse in style with fresh, sweet, ripe red berries, spice and dusty, cherry finish, with a hint of dust in the tannins.

Dark ruby, opaque core, purple reflections, subtle brightening on the rim, fresh plums, sweet cherries with an undertone of dark berry confit, subtle vegetal nuances. Fresh, some rustic leafiness at the core, salty nuances, medium complexity. Lemon touch on the finish.

An outstanding Margaux is the 2015 Château Ferrière which is roughly two-thirds Cabernet Sauvignon and one-third Merlot (there are tiny amounts of Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc). A deep ruby/purple-tinged color is followed by a slightly lifted, black and blue fruit, scorched earth and violet-scented 2015 that offers medium-bodied richness, bright acidity, and ripe tannin. The lifted, slightly volatile note gives me pause, but there's plenty to like here and It should evolve gracefully for 15-20 years.

Dark garnet, quite saturated in the middle, ruby rim. Seductive, almost perfumed bouquet, cherry and wild raspberry notes, finely underpinned with herbal notes. On the palate with power, but also with finesse, the tannins are ripe, the finish aromatic. Excellent execution. It was less well received by other tasters. Tasted three times.

Deep garnet, fairly saturated in the middle, ruby rim. Seductive, almost perfumed bouquet, cherry notes and wild raspberries, finely underlined with herbaceous notes. On the palate delivering power, but also finesse, the tannins are ripe, the finish aromatic. A great success.

Velvety, full, suave bouquet, strawberries, cherries, cedarwood, dried currants. Dense, elegant palate with powerful, fresh fruit, fine tannins, dense structure, long, fresh, full finish. Can still improve. 17/20 2024 - 2040

Still some firmness on the palate, but the colour intensity and body are characteristic of the vintage, with the potential to soften and harmonise over time.

It displays a tight palate, still a touch austere, but with character and above all a very interesting finish that retains brilliance.

Dense colour with violet Nuances. Pleasant nose with fruit aromas, slightly vanilla. The wine is supple, light, a little fluid with spicy oak. A charming wine to enjoy on its fruit without rush.

Dark, intense and beautiful colour. Moderately aromatic nose, fruity, slightly lively and aged. Caressing palate, savoury, with a lean body, with hints of austerity on the finish. Medium length.