Château Tessendey 2018 – Fronsac

The nose is fruity, racy and offers tension as well as concenration/power. It reveals notes of fleshy/juicy blackberry, fleshy/juicy raspberry and small notes of cassis associated with touches of violet, racy minerality, crushed small red berries, glycine as well as very fine hints of spices and a subtle hint of Cuben pepper. The palate is fresh, fruity, well-balanced and offers a good definition, juiciness, a mineral frame as well as precision. On the palate this wine expresses notes of juicy/fresh cassis, juicy/fresh blackberry and small notes of fresh/juicy raspberry associated with fine touches of flowers, subtle hints of toasted, chocolte, spices as well as a hint of nutmeg and ripe almond. Tannins are well-built. Good length.