Château Haut-Bernat – Cuvée Vieilles Vignes 2022 – Puisseguin-Saint-Emilion

The nose is fruity, racy and mineral. It reveals notes of pulpy/juicy blackcurrant, fresh blackberry and, more slightly, concentrated strawberry, associated with a touch of bigarreau cherry, racy minerality and a hint of fresh liquorice. The palate is fruity, offering juiciness, suavity, freshness, a tangy frame, a fine salinity and a little tension. It shows suppleness and elegance. On the palate, this wine expresses notes of pulpy bigarreau cherry, juicy/pulpy blackcurrant and, more slightly, blueberry, associated with touches of racy minerality as well as fine chocolatey hints and a subtle toasted nuance. Minerality, freshness and a mellow finish complete a balanced and harmonious palate.