Château Larrivaux 2018 – Haut-Médoc

The nose is fruity, silly, beautifully built and offers freshness, small aerial side in the approach despite the power of the fruit and a fine power. It reveals notes of pulpy/juicy strawberry, small red berriesand small notes of blackberry associated with touches of small bright fruits, cassis, zan as well as fine hints of violet, a racy minerality, a subtle hint of peony and sweet spices. The palate is fruity, fresh, mineral, well-balanced, racy and offers a beautiful definition, a small power, a good structure and tension. On the palate this wine expresses notes of pulpy/juicy blackberry, bright cassis and small notes of bright wild strawberry associated with touches of bright cherry as well as hints of small berries, lilac, lily, a racy minerality, a subtle hint of cocoa, a discreet hint of pepper and an imperceptible saline hint. Tannins are precise, well-built and offer a beautiful grain. Good length and persistence.