Ch de Cardaillan, Graves 2017Chateau de Cardaillan is based in the Southern part of Graves and is owned by the renowned Sauterne producer Chteau de Malle. A nose of cassis, black pepper and capsicum is followed by an intense palate of blackberry, liquorice, and toasty oak. This really opens up in the glass.

fully ripened addition provides luscious red fruits while not overshadowing the freshness of Chardonnay

The palate is rich but not fat

Château Puybarbe is located in the heart of the Côtes de Bourg appellation

Formerly the Pilar Aranda sherry house

So this is a really approachable Chinon with lots of bright fruit and herbaceous notes

violets and a dusting of confectioner’s sugar on the nose

the Sangiovese vineyards were extended and the cellars modernised

maintaining uncompromising standards in vineyard preparation

which contribute to the distinctive character of their wines

refreshing acidity and an elegant finish

The Trousseau variety is notoriously challenging to work with

Delicate orchard fruit flavours intertwine with tropical hints of melon and pineapple