Chateau Chauvin, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru, France 2018 Azienda Agricola Barbera s.s. and a touch of sassafras

and a touch of sassafras and sagebrush

Chewy and fine tannins and a racy finish

Bright dark red Reticent red berry and spice aromas are complemented by an earthy element At once sweet and penetrating

Elegant and almost understated toward the finish

Chateau Chauvin, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru, France 2018 Azienda Agricola Barbera s.s. and a touch of sassafrasChecking 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