Château Laroque, Grand Cru Classé, St Émilion, 2014

This address is well known for being statuesque, full bodied and opulent, but in a cooler vintage, like 2014, it displays more subtlety and grace. Lucious dark cherry, plum, all spice, liquorice, and menthol flavours are joined by early signs of leather, tobacco and forest floor.