Château Chauvin, St-Émilion, Grand Cru Classé, 2012

Dark fruit nose. Oak intrusive. Dry, chewy finish.

This is tasting plump, young and attractive, the tannins are less refined than with the 2011, a little chewier overall as is often the case with this vintage right now. There is still a good few years before the structure of this wine softens but plenty of St Emilion character, and lots to ripe brambly fruit to enjoy. 45% new oak.