91 PTS WINE ENTHUSIAST. The '07 Ch Langoa Barton already has the velvet texture; broadening out to give solid fruits, bright and sweet, never heavy; plenty of ripeness and polish.

91 PTS WINE SPECTATOR. The '06 Ch Langoa Barton shows violet and blackberry, with hints of raisin; full and velvety, with lovely-textured tannins and plenty of ripe fruit on the finish.

92 PTS WINE SPECTATOR. The '05 Ch Langoa Barton has wonderful aromas of licorice, crushed blackberry and mineral; full-bodied, with very well-integrated tannins and vanilla, berry and aniseed flavors.

94 PTS WINE SPECTATOR. The '00 Ch Langoa Barton is a dense and rich red, with aromas of blackberries and blueberries, with an undertone of minerals; full bodied; loads of structure and length.

From a wonderful vintage, the '88 Langoa Barton is a tasty, supple wine offering fine complexity of flavors.