Château d’Eck 2020, Pessac-Léognan

On the nose, fruity, fresh, a bit tight with some potency and energy as well as minerality. It reveals notes of bright wild cassis, black plum and hints of sour cherry associated with touches of wild raspberry, racy minerality, graphite and fine hints of spices, star anise and discreet hints of camphor. On the palate, fruity and offers juiciness, freshness, good definition, gourmandize, slight tension, precision, accuracy and a pulpy / juicy fruity energy. The wine expresses notes of juicy / pulpy blackberry, small bright black berries and hints of violet associated with touches of black plum as well as hints of, nutmeg, discreet hints of graphite, tea and vanilla. The tannins are structured, well conducted and offer a smooth finish. Good length.