Chateau Monbousquet, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru, France 2018 Sartarelli red roses and spices such

red roses and spices such as cumin and camphor in the background

enticing aromas of spring blossom

very dry but loaded with rose-hippy fruit

Sourced entirely from one of the Gonet family's most historic parcels: Les Hautes Mottes in Le Mesnil Sur Oger

Chateau Monbousquet, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru, France 2018 Sartarelli red roses and spices suchEspresso crema and melted black licorice aromas give way to a lush range of cassis, plum reduction and blackberry confiture flavors that roll through with authority. Long finish is carried by a buried graphite note and hint of smoldering earth. An amped in style but if you like muscle and panache, you'll dig this. Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon. 95 Pts Wine Spectator