Chateau La Vieille Cure, Fronsac, France 2019 Chianti Blend Somewhat oak-dominated on the nose

Somewhat oak-dominated on the nose presently

while balancing salty minerals against ripe orchard fruits

but has no lack of energy

with a spicy edge

The 2008 Mouton Rothschild checks in as a blend of 83% Cabernet Sauvignon and 17% Merlot brought up in mostly new barrels

Chateau La Vieille Cure, Fronsac, France 2019 Chianti Blend Somewhat oak-dominated on the noseThe smaller appellations on the Right Bank did beautifully in 2019. The 2019 Chateau La Vieille Cure reveals a saturated purple color as well as a big, smoky bouquet of ripe black fruits, tobacco, and crushed rocks, with an almost Pomerol like opulence and richness on the palate. It's a big, blockbuster Fronsac offering ripe tannins, terrific depth of fruit, and a great finish. It will be another gem in this vintage that's going to represent great