La Croix du Casse 2020
La Croix du Casse 2020 is a dry, medium-bodied red from Merlot, Cabernet Franc, in the juicy, fruity reds style. Tannins are moderate and acidity moderate; oak influence is some. Good with roast chicken, roast pork, bolognese, charcuterie. Cheapest offer £30.00 at Hedonism Wines.
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Owned by the Castéja family since 2005, Château la Croix du Casse is a Right Bank estate situated on the southern edge of the plateau of Pomerol. This release is their Grand Vin from the 2020 vintage, a blend of 94% Merlot and 6% Cabernet Franc, aged for 16 months in oak barrels [55% new]. The nose is ripe and generous, combining blackberries and blueberries, with some floral accents in the mix. On the palate, it is a medium-bodied wine, with fine tannins and a distinct thread of acidity. The finish is persistent and slightly mineral