Château Carlmagnus 2022 – Fronsac

The nose has a lovely freshness with intensity and depth as well as a nice little spicy side. We have notes of boysenberry, bright blackcurrant and slight notes of fresh pepper associated with touches of sense of place as well as hints of camphor, graphite and vanilla. The palate is nicely carried out with freshness and tension. There is precision with good definition and notes of pulpy and juicy blackberries, creamy blackcurrant and more lightly raspberries associated with touches of small, fairly ripe blue fruits, cubeb pepper as well as fine hints of chocolate and toast. The tannins are supple, distinguished and elegant. There is a nice chewiness at the end of the mouth.