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Château Chantemerle Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux

Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux · France

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carnes vermelhas grelhadas · cordeiro assado · queijos curados

201590 pts

Generous tannins and blackberry fruit, along with a smooth texture all contribute to the richness of this broad, ripe wine. The 79% Merlot in the blend lends a generous character and the likelihood it will age quickly. Drink from 2018.
201488 pts

This ripe wine has light tannins to go with its red currant and blackberry fruits. The blend is 70% Merlot, 27% Cabernet Sauvignon and 3% Cabernet Franc. It is developing fast. With its acidity and gentle tannins it will be ready from 2017.
201288 pts

Smoky and toasty, this is a structured wine. It has layers of black currant fruits, fresh acidity as well as firm tannins that overlay the juicy fruitiness. It needs to age. Drink from 2016.
201091 pts

Densely tannic while also fruity, this is a product of ripe fruits that give a black currant flavor as well as a solid structure. The acidity gives great lift to the end of this finely made wine.