Château Tour Léognan Rouge 2019

• 92 points, Wine Enthusiast

Eyes: Deep red with purple reflections
Nose: Strawberry, raspberry, vanilla
Mouth: Round, fruity, slightly woody, subtly toasted

In order to keep a healthy vineyard, Château Carbonnieux replants at least one or two plots of vines each year. For several years, these young plants will produce almost nothing, then they will produce grapes whose aromatic characteristics are not sufficiently rich to be included in the composition of a “cru classé” like Château Carbonnieux. This is why the juices of these young plants (for about 12 years) are used to craft second wines.

The wines of Château Tour Léognan are blended from young Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot vines of Château Carbonnieux, they are made with the same cultivation and winemaking care as their elder. These are gourmet and tasty wines, decidedly very pleasant and easy to drink young.

Pair with grilled, roasted, or stewed meat, tuna, mushrooms, cheeses, and desserts.