Chateau Gloria 2013 revisted.

Every true wine connoisseur is attracted to Chateau Gloria for its unique 'unclassified' and 'mysterious' temperament. This refers to the fact that Chateau Gloria does not fall into any specific classification, yet it maintains a certain air of mystery and intrigue. Chateau Gloria's excellent quality, which may have exceeded the more prestigious class growths in St. Julien, attracted some of them even more. But, of course, the character of the understated 2013 bottle as an age-worthy claret always shows those classy cassis notes with a secondary bouquet of pencil shavings, herbs and a cigar box on the nose. It may lack the floral dimension one may expect from outstanding wines; on entry, it tastes a bit saline, backward with a tannic structure, but it will serve correctly as a food wine. The palate is well balanced, and the wine will be loaded with Asian spices and black pepper that gain consistent support.

Henri Martin, a cooper by upbringing, took over Chateau Gloria in 1942 and embarked on a remarkable journey of vineyard acquisitions. His passion and dedication led him to acquire classed growth properties such as Gruaud-Larose, Talbot, Lagrange, and Léoville-Barton. By the mid-1960s, he had 50 hectares spread across the appellation. In 1982, he fulfilled his lifetime ambition of owning a Grand Cru Classé property by purchasing Château St-Pierre. This inspiring journey, filled with hard work and determination, ended in 1991 with Henri Martin's passing, leaving behind a legacy that continues to thrive. Gloria, now operated by his son-in-law Jean-Louis Triaud, is a blend of 65% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25%Merlot, 5% Cabernet Franc and 5% Petit Verdot. It is aged in a combination of large oak foudres and small oak barrels (50% new). The vines are ancient.

The wine has been recognized for its outstanding quality, receiving a score of RP88 and a DD92. These accolades are a testament to its consistent excellence, reassuring potential buyers of its high standards.