2016 Chateau Cantemerle 5eme Cru Classe, Haut-Medoc

Château Cantemerle is a historic estate in the Haut-Médoc, with records of the property dating back to the 12th century and viticulture established there by the 14th century. The vines grow in deep, silica-rich gravel soils and are made from a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot. In the glass, this wine shows notes of blackcurrant, cedar, and tobacco with a medium-bodied, structured texture. The 2016 vintage provided a stable growing season that allowed for a balanced ripening, resulting in well-integrated tannins and distinct freshness. This wine is approachable now but possesses the structural integrity to improve with further time in the cellar.