| Region | |
|---|---|
| Subregion | France > Bordeaux > Left Bank > Haut Médoc |
| Colour | Red |
| Type | Still |
Firm and full; with abundant ripe fruit within a well-judged tannin. Very good.
The innovative winemaking techniques (a 15-day cold soak and a 4-week maceration) continue. A blend of 48% Merlot, 30% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Cabernet Franc, and 2% Petit Verdot, the impeccably made 2003 achieved 13.5% natural alcohol. It offers a blue/purple color, medium to full body, and abundant notes of blueberries, creme de cassis liqueur, smoke, barbecue spices, and vanillin. The wine is fleshy, opulently textured, medium to full-bodied, and pure. Charmail typically needs to be consumed within its first decade of life to take advantage of its exuberant, substantial personality.
