Chateau Les Carmes Haut-Brion, Pessac-Leognan, France 2020 Lail Vineyards Long finish with subtle spicy

Long finish with subtle spicy notes

and the black fruits are having a little fiesta amid all that acidity and those fierce tannins

and one hell of a finish

with hints of dried mint

Chateau Les Carmes Haut-Brion, Pessac-Leognan, France 2020 Lail Vineyards Long finish with subtle spicyThe 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