La Côte Lascombes 2024 – Margaux

(clay-limestone, vines located at the end of a gravelly terrace) The nose is fruity, fresh and offers brightness, a lovely infusion side of freshness/depth and very fine spices. There are notes of fleshy blackberry, violet and small notes of crushed raspberry, associated with fine touches of small concentrated red berries, fine hints of concentrated blueberry, as well as hints of cornflower, vanilla, a discreet hint of Bergamot, colas and a subtle hint of floral pepper/red pepper. The palate is well-built and offers suppleness, energy, a tangy frame, a lovely suppleness, accuracy, silkiness, a certain aromatic depth, a certain aromatic concentration as well as breed. A harmonious and brilliant side. On the palate, this wine expresses notes of pulpy/brilliant cassis, Bigarreau cherry and small notes of small red berries (flirting with roasted-juicy/fresh), combined with touches of brilliant blueberry, hints of toasted almond, star anise, sweet blond tobacco and fine hints of toasted hazelnut. Presence of a subtle varietal hint, as well as creaminess and a certain chewiness on the finish/persistence.