La Chapelle de Haut-Bages Libéral 2016  – Pauillac

The nose is fruity, powerful, well-balanced and offers concentration. It reveals notes of cassis, blackberry and small notes of gravels/terroir associated with ne touches of strawberry/red fruits, discreet hints of gray pepper, liquorice as well as very discreet hints of cardamom and spices. The palate is fruity, well-balanced and offers a good de nition, a beautiful juiciness, a beautiful acidulous frame, suavity as well as a good roundness. On the palate this wine expresses notes of eshy/juicy cassis and eshy/crushed blackberry associated with small touches of red fruits (strawberry, cherry) as well as discreet hints of liquorice and chocolate/tonka bean. Tannins are ne and elegant.