Chappellet, Signature Cabernet Sauvignon Vintage:2019 A deft touch of wood

A deft touch of wood sets off the earthy and mildly sauvage-inflected aromas that consist mainly of plum liqueur though like the Aux Réas there is a hint of volatile acidity lurking in the background

not huge amounts of charm even at 10 years old - needs longer

The 2013 Brut Blanc de Blancs L'Esprit is a terrific example of a year in which both ripeness and acidities were elevated

Singular and detailed

A more restrained nose of cassis

Chappellet, Signature Cabernet Sauvignon Vintage:2019 A deft touch of wood77% Cabernet Sauvignon, 12% Petit Verdot, 8% Malbec, 3% Merlot. Harvest 25 September to 30 October. pH 3. 78. Warm and spicy on the nose, the alcohol is a little evident. There is real grip to the palate, chalky tannins bringing definition and structure. Cassis and chocolate come together, this is true Cabernet. The alcohol however lingers on the finish much as on the nose. (TP)