Chateau Malartic Lagraviere ‘Le Comte de Malartic’ pessac-Leognan, France 2019 Les Vins Perrachon thanks to the Bannockburn area

thanks to the Bannockburn area

A wine with plenty of cellar life ahead of it

minerality and smoked plum and dark fruit

A markedly restrained if pretty nose grudgingly offers up its array of citrus

but the overall effect is sold and firm

Chateau Malartic Lagraviere ‘Le Comte de Malartic’ pessac-Leognan, France 2019 Les Vins Perrachon thanks to the Bannockburn areaMalartics red wines have a dense, juicy attack, a velvety, silky mouthfeel and superb balance, giving full expression to a long, enveloping tannic structure. Aromas of red and black fruit develop, combined with a rich, complex aromatic palette, while at the same time offering a sensation of exceptional freshness. Distinguished tannins ensure a beautiful smooth texture and an elegant structure. Retaining this elegance, the older vintages are