Chateau Pape Clement, Pessac-Leognan, France 2019 Chateau de la Negly the nose hints at sweet

the nose hints at sweet berries mixed with an undercurrent of lime and sea spray

complex fragrance

fresh fruit dominates and in this phase the Barbera gives the right contribution: blackberry jam

with a frank attack

with limpid reflections

Chateau Pape Clement, Pessac-Leognan, France 2019 Chateau de la Negly the nose hints at sweetCrushed stone and berry aromas with some blackberry and black tea character. Just a touch of smokiness. Sweet fruit, too. This is so refined, subtle, and beautiful for Pape with full body, ultra fine tannins and a succulent finish. The center palate is dense and complete. Goes on for minutes. So subtle and refined, focused and classy.