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

Lots to like

it's tasty

detail and cleanliness in the wine

with the large-grained

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