Tasting Notes

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Vinous Antonio Galloni - 01 Mar 20
The 2017 La Chenade has blossomed into a truly fabulous wine. Rich, ample and explosive in the glass, the 2017 possesses tremendous density from start to finish. A rush of super-ripe dark red/purplish fruit, spice, rose petal, licorice and menthol builds as this potent, voluptuous Lalande de Pomerol shows off its racy curves and sultry, alluring personality. The 2017 is sure to be a crowd pleaser. I loved it. La Chenade is 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Franc.
Drinking Date: 2020 - 2032
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The Wine Independent Lisa Perrotti-Brown - 29 Dec 22
With a blend of 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Franc, La Chenade 2017 has a medium to deep garnet color. Blackberry preserves, mulberries, and wild sage notes jump from the glass, followed by wafts of kirsch and pencil shavings. Medium-bodied, the palate has bags of juicy fruit with soft, supple tannins and a lively finish.
Drinking Date: 2022 - 2034
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Robert Parker Wine Advocate Lisa Perrotti-Brown - 16 Mar 20
Medium to deep garnet-purple colored, the 2017 La Chenade starts a little muted before revealing notes of warm blueberries, plum preserves and redcurrant jelly plus wafts of woodsmoke and crushed rocks. Medium-bodied, the palate has bags of juicy fruit with a bit of chew to the texture and an herbal lift to the finish.
Drinking Date: 2021 - 2031
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Jancis Robinson Tom Parker - 15 Sep 21
Tasted blind. Mid ruby colour. Aromatically distinctive, with blueberry, violet, vine tomatoes and graphite. Red cherry and mint together on the palate. Soft and fleshy, easy to drink. (TP)
Drinking Date: 2022 - 2030
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Bordeaux

Red Bordeaux, globally renowned, is crafted in France’s Bordeaux region from grapes like Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Cabernet Franc. These full-bodied wines feature dark fruit flavours, earthy and spicy notes, and often benefit from ageing. Top producers include Château Margaux, Château Latour, and Château Lafite Rothschild. White Bordeaux, made from Sauvignon Blanc and Sémillon, offers styles from crisp to rich, with citrus and tropical notes. Sweet Bordeaux wines, like Sauternes, are famed for their rich sweetness and flavours of apricot and honey, with Château d’Yquem as a leading producer.