Chateau Hortevie, Saint-Julien, France 2010

Description

The 2010 Saint-Julien is a beautifully poised Left Bank wine that captures the precision and confidence of the vintage. Aromas of blackcurrant, cassis, and cedar lead into subtle notes of graphite and tobacco as it opens. On the palate, it’s medium to full-bodied with firm but finely polished tannins, vibrant acidity, and a core of dark fruit that feels both concentrated and fresh. The structure is classic and linear rather than showy, carrying through to a long, composed finish with savory, mineral undertones.