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2022 Chateau Puyanche French - Bordeaux "Francs"

Chateau Puyanche 2022 Francs

Winery: Chateau Puyanche

Vintage: 2022

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Francs"

Wine Category: French - Bordeaux

Grape blend: 80% Merlot & 20% Cabernet Franc

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Cotes de Bordeaux

State or country: France

Price: $15

Cases produced: 4,166

KWG Score: 89.8 (based on 3 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good+ (90.5)

Review date: April 10, 2026

Wine Review: This dark ruby colored Merlot based wine from Chateau Puyanche opens with a black raspberry and moderate cedar bouquet with hints of red cherry and tobacco. On the palate, this wine is medium bodied with integrated medium plus acidity. The mouthfeel is balanced, smooth, and seamless. The flavor profile is a graphite and marionberry blend with notes of gentle tobacco and black tea. We also detected hints of oak and black plum. The finish is dry, and its managed tannins are quite dusty and show nice length. We would pair this wine with a grilled hanger steak. Enjoy - Ken & Mark

Winemaker Notes: Not Available

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