“80% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Franc. 35 hl/ha. Cask sample.
Lively and fresh with red-berry notes. Tension and length on the palate but sufficient fruit to add a bit of flesh. Chalky, terroir finish but nothing tough or exaggerated. Pleasing medium-term drinking.” 16 pts., James Lawther MW, jancisrobinson.com
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2021 Chateau Tour Saint Christophe, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru 6x75cl
Red ⋅ Bordeaux ⋅ France
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80% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Franc. 35 hl/ha. Cask sample. Lively and fresh with red-berry notes. Tension and length on the palate but sufficient fruit to add a bit of flesh. Chalky, terroir finish but nothing tough or exaggerated. Pleasing medium-term drinking.
Anticipated maturity: 2026-2036
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