"75% Merlot, 25% Cabernet Sauvignon. Seductive blackberry preserve, plum and star anise aromas. The palate is rich and mineral textured, with ripe, fruit coated tannins which are balanced by fine, linear acidity. Bitter chocolate notes persist on the finish. Cropped at 42hl/ha. 80% new oak. 14% abv.
C&B Score: 17.5+
Drinking dates: 2030-42"
Merlot blend
Lay down 2030 - 2042
Dry
En Primeur
Region
Bordeaux Wine
Today's Bordeaux' wines retain a certain stoical classicism, whilst meeting more modern expectations of accessibility.