Chateau Chauvin, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru, France 2018 Clos de la Roche pear and pineapple lingers off

pear and pineapple lingers off the tranquil finish

Jeb Dunnuck

not opulent yet dense in structure

lemon curd and pastry

Chateau Chauvin, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru, France 2018 Clos de la Roche pear and pineapple lingers offChecking in as a mix of 85% Merlot, 12% Cabernet Franc, and 3% Cabernet Sauvignon brought up in 50% new oak, the 2018 Chteau Chauvin is a rich, powerful wine that clearly ranks with the finest wines from this address in the past decade or so. A dense purple hue is followed by awesome black raspberry and spiced cherry fruits as well as notes of chocolate, dried herbs, sandalwood, and tobacco. With full bodied richness, a round, layered mouthfeel, and