Chateau La Pointe, Pomerol, France 2020 Chateau de Chantegrive with rusty aromas from wood

with rusty aromas from wood aging and a hint of licorice in the aftertaste

with more body than these wines tend to show

its inherent drive

nectarine and rose-petal flavors that evaporate into a vivid finish

Chateau La Pointe, Pomerol, France 2020 Chateau de Chantegrive with rusty aromas from woodClarity and depth to the blueberry and raspberry fruit, they have done an excellent job of working with a hot dry vintage to still deliver this estates trademark charm. Located on soils with plenty of gravel that needed careful attention, and yet this delivers a juicy, fresh core with finely shaped tannins and a moreish salinity on the finish. 93 Pts Jane Anson