2018 Chateau Lassegue Saint-Emilion
2018 Chateau Lassegue Saint-Emilion On the nose the richness of the Merlot is complemented by the extravagance of the Cabernet Franc and after aeration the bouquet develops subtle notes of cassis and violet. The palate explodes with silky round red and black fruit while the finish is dominated by black fruit with barely perceptible rounded tannins.
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