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Fruity aromas of\ngrapefruit and lemon zest follow through to the aftertaste, accompanied by a long\nand persistent finish.\nThe weather conditions were very varied, with some precipitation in summer, but\nwithout causing too many vine health complications. Temperatures were fairly\nvariable, with a warm January and a cooler than average February and March\ncompared to previous years, followed by a warm April. 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Fruity aromas of\ngrapefruit and lemon zest follow through to the aftertaste, accompanied by a long\nand persistent finish.\nThe weather conditions were very varied, with some precipitation in summer, but\nwithout causing too many vine health complications. Temperatures were fairly\nvariable, with a warm January and a cooler than average February and March\ncompared to previous years, followed by a warm April. Véraison (colour change)\nstretched over a long period, but it concluded with very even results and the\nmaturation period was slow, conducive to the development of aromas and the\nconcentration of the grapes.\nIn short, 2021 was not such an easy year weather-wise, yet excellent vineyard\nmanagement was achieved thanks to the expertise of the Baron Philippe de\nRothschild grape growers and winemakers, together with suitable irrigation\ntechniques and choosing to harvest at precisely the right time.\nIn the end, the balance between good structure and elegance on the palate truly\nshowcases the terroir.\u003c!-- TABS --\u003e\u003ch5\u003eExpert Notes\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJames Suckling: \u003c\/strong\u003e92\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c!-- \/TABS --\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}