Clos Bertineau – Merlot 2022 – IGP Pays de l’Atlantique

A lovely fruity, dynamic nose, which offers a very fine intensity. It expresses notes of small pulpy/bright red berries, pulpy/bright violet plum and more slightly – violet associated with small touches of spices as well as a subtle hint of pepper in the background. The palate is fruity, and offers juiciness, a tangy frame, minerality, a little tension, accuracy, finesse in its gourmandise, a silky finish, energy. It expresses notes of fleshy/juicy strawberry, pulpy/tart violet plum and more lightly – pulpy/tart blackcurrant, associated with touches of violet, as well as fine hints of sweet spices. The tannins are supple. Lovely freshness and juiciness.