Chateau Les Carmes Haut-Brion Pessac-Leognan 2019 Region:Bordeaux before a beautifully crisp finish

before a beautifully crisp finish

this is a master-class

If you squint out at the horizon when you’re in Walla Walla

Domaine de Rapatel is a fever dream

A cheerful and bright red from the Arribes del Duero region on the western edge of Spain

Chateau Les Carmes Haut-Brion Pessac-Leognan 2019 Region:Bordeaux before a beautifully crisp finish"One of my favourite wines in 2019, immediately captivating with a lasting impression. Gorgeous dark purple in the glass with blackcurrant notes, perfumed violets, dark chocolate and hints of truffle the old vine Bouchet (Cabernet Franc) giving aromatic intensity on the nose and palate. Succulent straight away with ripe cherry, blood orange and pink grapefruit flavours set against soft, mouthwatering acidity and a lovely saline grip to the tannins.