and a fresh hint of grapefruit go hand in hand

the deep garnet-purple colored 2015 Cos d'Estournel is muted at this very young stage

as opposed to a more generic "Tuscan" wine from elsewhere in this large central Italian region

followed by blackcurrant

silky and fine

Château Clerc Milon 5emé Cru Classé, Pauillac, 2023, 75cl 18+ and a fresh hint ofChteau Clerc Milon 5me Cru Class 2023 is a particularly elegant and well proportioned Pauillac, where classic Left Bank character meets a fresher, more linear and precise vintage style. The wine is clearly dominated by Cabernet Sauvignon, giving it uprightness, depth, and aristocratic structure, but 2023 also shows remarkable finesse and a juicy, vibrant fruit that makes the whole both charming and serious. It is a wine with excellent balance, where