Château d'Arsac 2024

Dark, ripe fruit, subtle smoky note, tobacco on the nose; on the palate a bit harsh, grainy tannins, ripe fruit, austere finish.

Dark ruby in hue, the wine reveals a dense and earthy bouquet, with subtle smoky undertones. The palate is marked by bold tannins and pronounced acidity, offering flavours of dark fruits, notably blackcurrant and blackberry. While currently astringent and firm, the wine exhibits good freshness and a peppery finish.

Brambled red fruits, violet flowers, they have done a nice job here of holding everything together and delivering well textured, chalky tannins with lift and character. 35hl/h yield, 45% new oak, 3.66ph, Raoux family owners, this is the first vintage since Philippe Raoux died.