Rating: 3.0/5
This Puisseguin Saint-Émilion presents a deep purple colour with a fully developed nose showcasing aromas of blackcurrant, blackberry, black and white pepper, complemented by cedar and subtle hints of toast and nutmeg. On the palate, the wine has a medium-plus body, with a fine-grained texture and a high tannin level, balanced by medium-plus acidity and a medium level of alcohol.
At a glance
- Type: Red
- Appearance: deep, purple
- Nose: medium; blackcurrant, blackberry, black/white pepper / cedar / toast, nutmeg
- Palate: Body medium plus, Tannin high, Acidity medium plus, Alcohol medium, Sweetness dry, Feel fine grained, Flavour intensity medium
- Tastes: blackcurrant, black/white pepper / cedar
- Finish: medium
- Development: Fully Developed
- Readiness: drink now but it will age
- Balanced: yes
- Complex: yes
Food pairings
- Grilled lamb chops with rosemary
- Pan-seared venison with blackberry reduction
- Roasted beef with thyme and black pepper
- Blackcurrant and brie cheese tart
- Spicy beef stir-fry with black pepper
- Cedar-glazed pork ribs with coleslaw
- Char-grilled portobello mushrooms with pepper
- Blackcurrant and almond crumble with vanilla