Home Wine Reviews 1. France 2. Bordeaux Chateau Balestard-La-Tonnelle 2012 Decanter Staff April 22, 2013 Chateau Balestard La Tonnelle St Emilion 2009 Chateau Balestard-La-Tonnelle 2012 Score 85 Drink: 2017 - 2024 James Lawther MW Ripe and slightly jammy but balanced. Oak present on the palate. Firm, fresh, dry finish. 15.75/2085/100 Latest Wine News Baudains: Giovanni Allegrini’s revolutionary La Poja vineyard No takers for 1947 Cheval Blanc at Danish auction Vandals target French wine estate as protests escalate Châteauneuf-du-Pape: Revisiting 2020 in bottle Macallan fails to sell in Hong Kong auction