2023
6x75cl
EP
£456.00
2023
1x3L
EP
£349.00
Since Guillaume Pouthier moved to Carmes Haut Brion from Chapoutier, he has presided over a quiet revolution, turning this Pessac Leognan chateau into one of the most distinctive and sought after wines in Bordeaux. Using 60% whole bunch fermentations, Guillaume favours very passive extractions, "infusion" appears to be the key, with no pump overs or pigeage. This blend of 50% Cabernet Franc, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon and 20% Merlot offers gorgeous aromas of incense, spice, flowers and lots of crisp, detailed fruit: cassis, black cherry, notes of sweet earth, graphite, this is wonderfully perfumed with a delicate florality - so much intrigue. The palate is a clear continuation with layers of lovely, fresh, dark fruit, finely textured with exquisite detailing, it's full of bright, leafy fruit, mulberries and cherry. Our conversion is complete, we love this style of Carmes with its vertical character, impressive lift, tightly coiled fruit and gloriously suave tannins. Absolutely A grade.
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