2018 Château Picque-Caillou, Pessac-Léognan

This wine epitomises claret at its most digestible, elegant and racy. 60% Cabernet Sauvignon, with 30% Merlot and 10% Petit Verdot went into this blend, which is ageing in 38% new, with 28% one-year, and 38% two-year barrels. Colour is medium-deep purple-ruby, aromas fragrant, rich and beautiful. Palate shows harmonious structure, with intensely fruity middle, fine tannins and refreshing, silky aftertaste (for drinking 2022-2030+).