Haut Brisson 2019 75cl

The 2019 Haut-Brisson is a blend of 90% Merlot and 10% Cabernet Franc. The alcohol this year is 13.95% and the pH is 3.7. It came in at a yield of 41 hectoliters per hectare. The wine is being aged in French oak barrels, 35% new. Deep garnet-purple in color, it prances out of the glass with bold, expressive baked black cherries, mulberries and plum preserves scents, followed by suggestions of Chinese five spice, red roses, baker's chocolate and sautéed herbs. Medium to full-bodied, the palate delivers loads of spicy black fruit with a lively line of freshness and approachable, chewy tannins, finishing with an herbal lift.