Another major sleeper of the vintage from this property owned by the conscientious proprietor Stephan von Neipperg. Yields were 25 hectoliters per hectare, and the harvest occurred between October 1-10. Clos Marsalette consists of 13 acres of vines in Martillac, not far from Smith-Haut-Lafitte and Haut-Bailly. The final blend of 55% Merlot, 43% Cabernet Sauvignon and 2% Cabernet Franc has produced a soft, sexy, seductive 2013 that goes against the tart, lightweight and untextured, poor examples of the vintage. This beauty will provide delicious drinking during its first 5-7 years of life. Lush black cherry notes intermixed with licorice, spice box, cedarwood and incense are present in this medium-bodied, supple-textured, velvety effort. Bravo!