Chateau Les Carmes Haut-Brion Pessac Leognan 2009 CRV Maguey: Espadín (A

Maguey: Espadín (A

worthy of sipping but could really elevate a daquiri to the next level

and orange zest converge with subtle spice

and the house style runs elegant and aromatic rather than broad

Whole-cluster pressed and aged 11 months in barrel

Chateau Les Carmes Haut-Brion Pessac Leognan 2009 CRV Maguey: Espadín (AFrom the profound 2009 vintage, this 10. 3 hectare Graves estate has emerged as one of Pessac Lognan's most compelling voices, blending Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, and Merlot with distinctive character. Medium ruby with dark pigmentation, it reveals ripe dark berry aromas with refined restraint, followed by a palate of leafy complexity layered over concentrated licorice tinged dark fruit. Damson and dark plum flavors persist on a long,