La Grande Abbesse 2016 – Saint-Emilion Grand Cru

The nose is fruity, slightly tight and offers a slight concentration. It reveals notes of fleshy cassis, fleshy strawberry and small notes of blackberry associated with small / fine toasted touches, sweet spices as well as discreet hints of vanilla. The palate is fruity, well-balanced and offers freshness, minerality, juiciness as well as a small gourmandise. On the palate this wine expresses notes of fleshy strawberry, juicy blackberry and small notes of raspberry associated with small touches of sweet spices as well as a very discreet hint of vanilla. There is a discreet hint of cocoa bitterness on the finish. Tannins are very slightly tight and dry. Good length.