Domaine de la Solitude Pessac-Leognan Red 2022 Rated 93DM

Decanter Magazine Review
Rated 93
Deep and highly aromatic on the nose - freshly picked red berries with dried herbs and a touch of liquorice. Supple and forward, this has nice energy and bounce. Creamy, super juicy and with a cooling mineral bite that comes across as slightly spiced with graphite and pencil lead accents and a slight chalky powderiness on the tongue. Really lovely frame and focus. Great to drink now, has plenty of punch but with lovely finesse too. Easy to enjoy this. Drinking Window 2026-2037.

Domaine de la Solitude Pessac-Leognan Red 2022

A polished, classically structured Pessac-Léognan, Domaine de la Solitude's 2022 Rouge delivers dark fruit, refined tannins, and the signature earthy-smoky elegance of the appellation.
The warm, generous 2022 vintage brings richness and depth while preserving balance and freshness.

Key Details

• Producer: Domaine de la Solitude
• Region: Pessac-Léognan, Bordeaux, France
• Varietals: 55% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Merlot, 5% Petit Verdot
• ABV: 13.5%
• Style: Elegant, structured, smoky-fruited Bordeaux red

Tasting Notes

• Blackcurrant, plum, and blackberry
• Graphite, cedar, and subtle tobacco
• Earthy minerality with refined tannins
• Long, balanced finish with dark fruit and spice

Profile & Craft

• Classic Pessac-Léognan expression with smoky-earthy nuance
• Careful oak aging adds polish and structure
• 2022 vintage brings ripe fruit and generous texture
• A dependable, elegant Left Bank red with aging potential

Serving & Pairing

• Serve at 60-65°F
• Pairs with roast lamb, ribeye, duck, mushrooms, and aged cheeses
• Excellent for Bordeaux dinners and cellar-building
• A refined, terroir-driven red with classic Pessac-Léognan charm