Château d’Arsac 2019 – Margaux Cru Bourgeois Exceptionnel

The nose is aromatic and offers power, intensity as well as a good definition. It reveals notes of crushed wild cassis, crushed strawberry and small notes of pulpy / ripe small black berries associated with small touches of raspberry, licorice as well as hints of Cuben pepper, licorice and a subtle hint of spices. The palate is fruity, well-balanced, a bit tight, racy and offers an acidulous frame as well as tension. In the mouth this wine expresses notes of pulpy / ripe wild cassis, small juicy / crushed black berries and small notes of crunchy strawberries associated with fine touches of fresh violet, rose / iris, a subtle hint of crunchy raspberry, a stick of fresh liquorice, as well as slight hints of toasted / grilled oak, cocoa and an imperceptible hint of green pepper (in the background). Tannins are well-built. Slight hints of gravels and sapidity on the finish. Good length and persistence.