Révélation de Croix Cardinale 2023 – Saint-Emilion Grand Cru

(80%M, 15%CF,5%CS) Lovely fruity nose, gourmand and which offers softness in freshness, a nice texture as well as density in freshness. We find notes of small ripe fruits and small notes of camphor associated with touches of small ripe blues, a subtle hint of cornflower, a discreet hint of fresh pepper, star anise as well as very discreet hints almost Mediterranean barrier and a very discreet roasted hint. The palate is nicely juicy, pulpy, gourmand and offers brilliance, a tangy frame, tension as well as accuracy. On the palate this wine expresses notes of juicy/pulpy blackberry, bright raspberry and small notes of bright red fruits associated with a touch of small fresh blue berries as well as hints of star anise, vanilla and fresh toast. The tannins are soft and gourmand. Lovely freshness in breadth.