The palate has a weightless feel
There is plenty of sap present on the vibrant and well-detailed medium-bodied flavors that terminate in a nicely complex and energetic if mildly warm and youthfully austere finish
fruitcake and floral pastille flavors that become livelier as the wine stretches out
The gentle embrace of phenolics is so delicate that it leaves a gently satisfying texture throughout the mouth
A magnum of the Margaux first growth — Cabernet Sauvignon at its most refined: cassis
Chateau Calon-Segur, Saint-Estephe, France 2022 Pommard The palate has a weightlessA Third Growth of Saint Estephe, beloved for the heart on its label and its ageworthy, structured wines. The 2022 Calon Segur is deep and refined, with blackcurrant, dark cherry, graphite and violet over firm, polished tannins and a long, savory finish. James Suckling 97 points.