Happy Sunday! I finally had at least a few hours to relax this afternoon, but then laundry, rehearsals and other chores broke into my day. At least now I am ready for a nice glass of wine and a good Sunday dinner! Tonight I've opened a nice Bordeaux, the 2018 Château Palais Cardinal Saint-Émilion Grand Cru that I bought from Wines Till Sold Out. This wine is a blend of Merlot (73%), Cabernet Sauvignon (23%) and Cabernet Franc (4%), so let's see how it's tasting.
The wine is a bright ruby color in the glass with great clarity, just as you'd expect from this Bordeaux appellation. The nose presents aromas of black cherry, sage and undertones of lavender and oak. The taste is a subdued affair, with some calming red berry fruit of raspberry and currant up front that transition easily to some notes of baking spice and tart cherry midpalate. The tannins are well suited for this classic Bordeaux, providing for a finish that's so dry you hardly notice it before reaching for another sip.
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I would rate this wine a solid 9, as it's just a pleasant drinking classic Bordeaux at a terrific price of just $23. This wine would pair well with classic hearty dishes, from steaks and chops to braised lamb shank or moules frites. Tonight, I am enjoying this wine with a lovely wild mushroom risotto topped with some fresh pea tendrils. Cheers!
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