Expressive aromas with well-defined character typical of its style.
Well-structured palate with balanced fruit, acidity, and depth. Good complexity.
Clean finish with pleasant length and lingering notes.
Chateau Micalet 2020 / Haut Medoc is a red wine from Micalet. Priced at £27.25, it offers excellent value for its category.
On the nose, this wine presents well-defined aromas characteristic of its style. The palate is well-structured with balanced fruit and acidity, showing good complexity and depth. The finish is clean with pleasant length.
A reliable example of its style that delivers solid value. Worth seeking out.
London Dry, Distillery Heritage, Industry Analysis, Spirits Editorial
- Birthday treat that delivered
My wife got me this for my birthday and wow, really surprised by how complex it is for the money. There's a lot going on but it all works together somehow. The finish just keeps going in a really satisfying way. At 14% it's got some punch too — two glasses and I was feeling very content on the sofa.
29 January 2026
- Proper bargain for Haut Medoc
Grabbed this on a whim from Majestic and honestly really impressed. Loads of dark fruit on the nose, and it's got this lovely balance where nothing overpowers anything else. At £27 for a 2020 Haut Medoc with 14% ABV, I think it's genuinely good value. Had it with a slow-cooked lamb shoulder and it was spot on.
24 January 2026
- Good but maybe a touch pricey
Bought this for a dinner party and it went down fine, everyone seemed to enjoy it. Smells great right when you open it, proper fruity. My issue is £27 feels a bit steep — I've had similar quality Bordeaux for less. Not bad by any means, just not sure it justifies the price tag.
9 January 2026
- Solid weeknight red
The wine shop guy recommended this when I said I wanted something French but not boring. It's nicely put together — fruity but not jammy, and the tannins aren't too harsh. Finish is clean which I liked. Not the most exciting bottle I've ever had but I'd happily buy it again.
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