2007 Les Carmes Haut Brion

Mid crimson. Healthy. Tasty, lively, vigorous nose. Acidity is just a little prominent but it’s a punchy, if unsubtle, drink. Dry end. (JR)

Medium red-ruby. A dusty quality quickly dissipated, leaving aromas of dark raspberry, meat, mocha and menthol. Juicy and fresh, with sneaky intensity of currant and raspberry fruit flavor and an herbal element that contributes nuance. This juicy midweight boasts good shape and grip, finishing with building, slightly peppery tannins.

As one might expect, this is not a big, deep effort, but rather a wine of quintessential elegance. Its deep ruby/purple hue is accompanied by complex, cedary, burning ember, charcoal, menthol, blueberry and raspberry notes. Medium-bodied, elegant, and complex, it is best consumed over the next 7-8 years.