Chateau La Tour de Bessan, Margaux, France 2016 Carignan (Carinena) The wine shows completely integrated

The wine shows completely integrated fruit tones that fold seamlessly into slight spice

It feels young—you wouldn't guess it's already ten years old—and it has the textbook aromas from Rioja

but one that keeps me coming back to the glass

fine-boned profile by the standards of this habitually vinous

polished and groomed tannin texture

Chateau La Tour de Bessan, Margaux, France 2016 Carignan (Carinena) The wine shows completely integratedA nose of very attractive ripe red berries and plums that deliver a fresh impression with cocoa and sweet baking spices. The palate has a smooth yet powerful core with lively, dense and rich dark berries. Ripe and approachable finish. 92 Pts James Suckling