St. Émilion Grand Cru Red Bordeaux Blend

Right bank. As amazing in the US as it was in St. Emilion. Cherry and mellow tannins washed over every sip.

Opened up to a well constructed, mellow black cherry love fest. Really enjoyed.

Favorite of the tasting. Liked this year in particular. Fruit was ripe and polished. Tried as part of a vertical.

Tasted at Chateaux. Nice balance. Flavor stayed on mid-palette. Keep smoothing out as time went on.

Tasty Bdx. Riper than you might think but still balanced. A very wine tasting wine.

Extremely well balanced considering the hot vintage.

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Small winery owned by the same family for the last 170 years. Vineyards are 75% merlot, 25% cabernet franc; the blend seems consistent with that. Bought on a visit to the chateau. Still drinking nicely, could last a few more years if you're inclined. Decanted about an hour. Medium purple color; chocolate, leather and truffles on the nose, surprising fruit, slight bite on the finish which I enjoyed.

Extracted red fruit. Palate coating.

Le croquant du fruit, jolie trame