According to Robert Parker, this was one of his sleepers of the vintage. When we originally tasted (and bought) their 2005 vintage, we were convinced that this was one of the most enhanced chteaux. As neither of us (AJM & RC) is a huge St Estèphe fan, it was a revelation &8211; yet again, to compare tasting notes after the event, to find that Les Ormes de Pez scored feverishly well. Slowly we are becoming more accepting of this northern community. My notes suggest this is 54% Cabernet Sauvignon, 37% Merlot & 7% Cabernet Franc, leaving a tantalising 2% unclaimed somewhere. Spectacular, deep violet colour with big, powerful cassis notes & classic St Estèphe tannic structure. Big, quite hot, velvety & smooth. This has once again earned its spurs. Drink from 2020-2025.