Le C des Carmes Haut-Brion 2020 – Pessac-Léognan

The nose is fruity, fresh, powerful and offers some airness in its power as well as a nice delicate and precise grain. It reveals notes of luscious strawberry, bright wild currants and slight notes of fresh/juicy cherry associated with hints of juicy blackberry as well as delicate hints of fresh/bright red plum, lily, iris rosemary and spices. The palate is fresh, coating, mineral, juicy, all in finesse and offers a nice freshness, a nice definition, a fresh frame, gourmandise, a nice energy as well as airiness. On the palate this wine expresses notes of pulpy/juicy blackberry, bright cherry and slight notes of crushed currants associated with touches of lily, lilac, small pulpy/crushed blue fruits as well as hints of vanilla, toasted hazelnut, with delicate hint of sweet blond tobacco and toast. Good length. An iodine/saline hint in the mouth that brings a lot of palatability and gourmandise. Nice persistence.