Chateau Les Carmes Haut-Brion, Pessac-Leognan, France 2020 Lail Vineyards primarily Sangiovese

primarily Sangiovese

giving an almost oriental character to the long aftertaste

gentian root

Full-bodied with a light phenolic tension

finesse and a bright

Chateau Les Carmes Haut-Brion, Pessac-Leognan, France 2020 Lail Vineyards primarily SangioveseThe best seem to be confident without showing off or shouting too loudly and this Carme's does just that. Focused and precise, this is complex and characterful, rich yet vibrant with a texture and taste that makes an impact straight away. Fresh black fruits, floral notes and sensational minerality do the talking it has weight, density and structure broad and bold yet svelte, it has direction and persistence, building quickly then settling and