Les Charmes de Kirwan 2017/2019, Margaux (2nd Wine of Chateau Kirwan)34. 95 per bottle Original wooden case 91 pts James Suckling "The lovely garnet red color points to a wine that is still young, with no sign of aging. The nose is complex, a mix of ripe fruit with fine woody and vanilla notes. After a fresh, gentle attack, the wine has a round, ample and juicy character in the mouth. Aromas of perfectly ripe red and black berries are back once again, complemented by hints of pepper. Discreet, fine grained tannins make

One of the all-time great examples of Lynch Bages

The oak feels a little heavy-handed at this stage

the 2016 is one of the most exquisitely well-balanced young Pontet-Canets I can remember tasting

biscuity notes lead to a refreshing and moreish finish

and from wines that do not meet the selection criteria for Forts de Latour (specific to each vintage)

with scents of red fruits

Appellation - St Julien

with ninth generation Etienne de Montille now at its helm

76% Cabernet Sauvignon

white flowers and wheat toast

Symbolising precision and balance

a north-facing village in the Montagne de Reims that saw less rain than Aÿ and most of the Vallée de la Marne