2014 Château Tronquoy-Lalande. Château Tronquoy-Lalande
Saint-Estèphe AOC,
Bordeaux,
France,
14.5% vol., 35€
Grape variety: Merlot 56%; Cabernet Sauvignon 37%; Petit Verdot 6%; Cabernet Franc 1%
The wine is deep ruby in colour. A spicy nose of strong intensity; aromas of black currant, graphite, blackberry, black pepper and cinnamon. Masculine on the palate, with firm tannins, high warm alcohol and a full body; flavours of black berries, spices and graphite in a medium finish. Needs further ageing.
Country of purchase: France
Tasted on 14/03/2019