Château Prieuré-Lichine

Deep garnet-purple in color, the 2019 Prieure-Lichine bursts from the glass with notes of warm black plums, blackcurrant cordial and ripe blueberries plus hints of camphor, violets, cardamom and star anise. Medium to full-bodied, the palate is packed with juicy black and blue fruit layers, framed by finely grained tannins and tons of freshness, finishing long and perfumed. Impressive showing!

Blackish crimson. Subtle blackberries on the nose. Light and polished tannins. Some rather agreeable softness though possibly a lack of ambition? But it's a very agreeable, rounded wine with fragrance and is certainly no disgrace to the appellation!

Blackberry with white-pepper and some tile undertones on the nose. It’s full-bodied with tight, chewy tannins yet so beautifully polished and composed. Lingering finish. This needs time to soften and come together. Best after 2024.