Château Villemaurine 2022 – Saint Emilion Grand Cru Grand Cru Classé

The nose is fruity, fresh and offers a certain racy power as well as a little straightness/tension. There are notes of pulpy cherry, pulpy/tart raspberry and small notes of bright blackcurrant associated with touches of small fleshy black fruits, hints of cornflower, lily) a subtle hint of pepper as well as discreet hints of laurel berries, nutmeg and a discreet hint of spices. The palate is fruity and offers juiciness, smoothness, a certain brightness, a little fat, a fine hint of infusion as well as a tangy frame. On the palate this wine expresses notes of pulpy/juicy cassis, bright bigarreau cherry and small notes of blueberry associated with touches of violet, hints of small bright red berries, licorice stick, fresh blond tobacco as well as with a hint of cardamom and chocolate. The tannins are powerful, elegant and integrated.