Domaine de Chevalier, Pessac-Leognan, France 2018 Mario Schiopetto dried herbs and savory aromas

dried herbs and savory aromas over baked berries and cassis with a pencil lead hint

spice and zest can be found on the nose of mostly just sliced apple

white peach and toasted pineapple flavors

ripe fruit without excess and a soft mouthfeel representing a warmer vintage

to be aged 18 months in barriques

Domaine de Chevalier, Pessac-Leognan, France 2018 Mario Schiopetto dried herbs and savory aromasThe intensity and perfumes on the nose are extremely impressive, offering pure blackberries and violets, as well as bark, wild mushroom and raw tile notes. Its full bodied with creamy tannin's that envelop the wine and a gorgeous, subtly complex center palate with all the flavors found on the nose. Endless finish. Love the finesse and length to this. Greatest ever. 65% cabernet sauvignon, 30% merlot and 5% petit verdot. 99 Pts James Suckling