Rober Parker's Wine Advocate : The Chateau Branon 2014 is (...) matured in 100% new oak. The wood element stands out on the nose although there is sufficient fruit underneath to support it. The palate is medium-bodied with dense, quite rigid tannin. There is good density here, firm in the mouth, a "solid" Pessac-Leognan that will hopefully develop more personality on the finish. Reflecting on this wine over several minutes, I felt that less oak, say 60% to 70% would have been preferable and allow the terroir to show through.
James Suckling : A red with layers of berries, dark chocolate and stones that follow through to a full body, firm tannins and a fresh center palate.
Wine Spectator : Very backward, with a loamy wall of grip in front of the core of dark plum, currant and fig fruit. Features a long, bramble- and tar-filled finish. There's a lot going on here, but the parts are still wrestling with one another. Shows great energy overall, however, so this is easily worth one's patience.
Blend : 50% Merlot, 25% Cabernet Franc and 25% Cabenet Sauvignon.
