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 Amber Gardner: ‘We are seeing a shift back towards the known, the familiar and, ultimately, the comforting’ Château Rayas: The enduring winemaking mysteries behind this Rhône icon How a 200% tariff on French wine could impact the US market Andrew Jefford critiques the ‘NoLo’ trend sweeping the wine world Katherine Cole: ‘Is the real question whether wine regions could shield the rest of us from wildfires?’