Reviews & Ratings

2016 Chateau Carbonnieux French - Bordeaux

Winery: Chateau Carbonnieux

Vintage: 2016

Wine Name/Vineyard:

Wine Category: French - Bordeaux

Grape blend: 50% Cabernet Sauvignon, 40% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Franc & 5% Petit Verdot

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Pessac Leognan

State or country: France

Price: $40

Cases produced: 15,000

KWG Score: 94 (based on 6 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good+ (91)

Review date: December 25, 2019

Wine Review: This ruby colored wine from Carbonnieux opens with a cassis and plum bouquet. On the palate, this wine is medium bodied, balanced and very easy to drink. The flavor profile is a mineral influenced black currant with notes of Spanish cedar. We also detected hints of plum. The finish is dry and its mild tannins drift away nicely. The Tasting Panel thought this paired well with Stuart’s steak treats. Enjoy – KWGTP

Winemaker Notes: The color has both a deep and shimmering intensity. The nose is a very subtle mix of black fruits, spices and empyreumatic notes. The attack on the palate is silky, delicate, smooth. The mid-palate is full-bodied, structured and concentrated. The pleasure rises to a crescendo throughout the tasting and finishes with a remarkable length on the palate. 2016 is definitely in the big league!

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