Chateau Micalet 2020 / Haut Medoc
Red 14% ABV ABV Micalet
29 January 2026
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.
24 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.
9 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.
23 October 2025
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.