Chateau De Malleret Le Baron De Malleret Grenache Noir East Coast (20%)

East Coast (20%)

adding balance and structure

as well as some old vines from the Bas de Pentes terroir of Brézé

Ripe blackberries and dark cherries dominate

balanced by a chalky mineral edge and fresh acidity

Chateau De Malleret Le Baron De Malleret Grenache Noir East Coast (20%)The palate is elegant, midweighted, and fruitdriven, showing red to blackcurrant, liquorice, and black olive, exactly as described by Nicks Wine Merchants note of blackcurrant, liquorice, cedar, earth, and spice. The tannins are round and long, consistent with Wine More Cellars description of a wine defined by fruitiness and a supple, elongated structure. The finish is smooth, lightly earthy, and spicetinged, echoing both retailer notes.