January 29, 2022 1:33 pm
Cost: $15.95
Grape: 60% Merlot, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Cabernet Franc
Category: Red Wine
Location: LCBO Vintages
Country: France
Region: Bordeaux
Format: 750 mL
Producer: Château Maison Noble St. Martin
Alcohol: 14.0% Alcohol/Vol.
Let this wine open up & you will have discovered a great Bordeaux wine at a great price. Lovely fruit notes followed by spice. Score: 94/100
Tasting Note: Medium ruby in colour with good acidity, a medium+ intense nose, fine grained tannin & a long length on the finish. This wine features: Strawberry, blackberry, Ribena, tamarind, anise, cloves, cocoa, turmeric, pencil shavings, vanilla & leather.
Negatives: None
Interesting Point: 30% in barrels (French oak) and 70% stainless steel and cement vats
Pairings: Drink this now or in next 5-7 years on its own or pair it with Quail with Grape Sauce
My Opinion: Highly Recommended
Top Pick & Best Buy
Tasted: Jan 28, 2022
LCBO: 24495
Posted by Twilight Wines
Categories: Best Buys, Highly Recommended, Red Wines, Top Picks, Price Not Withstanding
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