Château Roquevieille – Excellence 2020 – Castillon Côtes-de-Bordeaux 

On the nose it is fresh, elegant, offers good definition and freshness. It reveals the notes of bright/juicy blackberry, raspberry and slightly brighter cherry associated with hints of violet, nutmeg as well as fine hints of hazelnut and discreet toasted notes. On the mouth it is fruity and offers freshness, minerality, good definition, a certain gourmandize, a tangy frame, suavity and a certain silkiness. The wine express the notes of pulpy/juicy blackberry, bright raspberry and more slightly violet associated with touches of bright small black fruits, bright/fresh strawberry as well as hints of nutmeg, sweet spices and an imperceptible hint of Voatsiperifery pepper. The tannins are precise and well conducted. A discreet hint of chocolate/tonka bean on the finish/persistence.