The nose is fruity, juicy and offers a small pulpy side, power as well as a small intensity. It reveals notes of juicy/fleshy blackberry, fleshy/juicy cassis and small notes of blueberry associated with fine touches of cornflower, violet as well as very fine hints of spices. The palate is fruity, fresh, well-balanced and offers a good definition, gourmandize, an acidulous/fresh frame, tension, density as well as a small creaminess. On the palate this wine expresses notes of fleshy blackberry, fleshy cassis and small notes of acidulous/juicy raspberry associated with fine touches of violet, cornflower, hints of liquoric as wlel as fine hints of caramelizaion and chocolate on the finish. Tannins are elegant and well-built.
Château Balestard La Tonnelle 2018 – Saint-Emilion Grand Cru
Note (Score): 17.5/20
Note (Score): 95/100
Date de dégustation (Tasting date): 04/2019
Dégustateur (Wine Critic): Choukroun Chicheportiche Jonathan
Type d'agriculture (Agriculture): Agriculture Raisonnée (Sustainable Agriculture)
Type (Kind): Rouge (Red)
Format dégusté (Tasted bottle size): Barrique
En Primeur (EnPrimeur): Oui (Yes)
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