Chateau Margaux, Margaux, France 2018 Château d'Issan 92 Pts Andeas Larsson

92 Pts Andeas Larsson

dark cherry and plum notes continue to open up in the glass

It slowly transitions back to apple but more as cider than fresh cut

But what I like most about this release is a sense of energy that provides striking cut to play off the natural richness of Ambonnay

Ruby red with a violet rim

Chateau Margaux, Margaux, France 2018 Château d'Issan 92 Pts Andeas LarssonSo much ash, tobacco and earth to the bright blackberry and currant aromas. Flowers too. Fresh. Full bodied with seamless tannins that spread across your palate and caress every square centimeter. Its shows loads of ripe berry, cherry, currant and chocolate character, as well as walnut and light cedar. Then the finish goes on for minutes. Extremely refined and elegant, despite the structure. 90% cabernet sauvignon, 4% cabernet franc, 4% merlot and 2%