Château Le Rey – Les Argileuses 2019 – Castillon Côtes-de-Bordeaux

The nose is powerful, fruity and offers intensity as well a beautiful finesse of the grain. It reveals notes of wild blackberry, juicy/ripe cassis, small notes of ripe garriguette strawberry associated with touches of crushed redcurrant as well as touches of violet/cornflower, a subtle hint of plum and liquorice. The palate is fruity, well-balanced, racy and offers a juicy/acidulous frame, tension, a beautiful finesse of the grain as well as a fine crunchiness. On the palate this wine expresses notes of juicy cassis, juicy blackberry, small notes of garriguette strawberry associated with small touches of violet, liquorice stick as well as a very discreet varietal hint. Good length. Tannins are gourmand and well-built.