James Suckling: "Shows pretty tension and depth with a solid and tight palate of dark fruit and spice. Medium body. Flavorful finish." (91-92)

Robert Parker: "Blended of 73% Merlot, 19% Cabernet Franc and 8% Cabernet Sauvignon, the 2018 de Bel-Air has a medium to deep garnet-purple color and gives fragrant notes of minted Morello cherries, stewed plums and fruitcake with hints of bay leaves, dusty earth and charcoal. Medium-bodied with loads of juicy red and black fruit, it has a lively backbone and well-played, chewy texture, finishing with herbal sparks." (89-91)