Château Gloria, St Julien, 2017

Gloria is often a terrific value from the St Julien commune. The 2017, crafted from 61% Cabernet Sauvignon, 26% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Franc and 8% Petit Verdot feels a touch forced - there's certainly a mid-palate with gravelly black fruit, but it feels like the team have been a bit too ambitious. The tannins dominate at this stage and don't seem at all harmonious.