2022 Tronquoy, St-Estèphe

The 2022 Tronquoy has a complex bouquet that unfolds in the glass, with blackberry, cedar and tobacco scents, one of the most classical styles in this flight. It builds in power. The palate has exquisite balance, a kind of symmetry that reminds me of Montrose. Perfectly judged acidity, this is so precise on the finish and contains the sapidity to draw you back for more. I already knew this was a strong Saint-Estèphe but here it really shows the opposition what it is capable of. (NM)

One of the top values in the Médoc is flirting with greatness in 2022. This resplendent Tronquoy highlights the caliber of the Montrose team and the potential of both the site and the vintage. What’s immediately striking are the aromatics—filling the room the moment the bottle is opened—with blue and red fruits and a terrific floral note. On the palate, it’s layered with blackberry, red plum, and cherry, beautifully concentrated and already well integrated in terms of texture, acidity, and tannins. A long, gravelly finish grounds it with a strong sense of place. There’s so much going on here. Like many 2022s, it offers plenty of immediate appeal, but all the components are in place for it to age effortlessly for years.