Deep garnet-purple colored, the 2018 Chauvin is a little shy to begin, revealing pretty scents of wild blueberries, kirsch and warm black cherries followed by hints of violets and star anise. Full, wonderfully intense and concentrated, there is a lot of bright, crunchy fruit here with firm, rounded tannins and a refreshing lift to the long finish. Nicely done!

Deep garnet-purple colored, the 2018 Chauvin is a little shy to begin, revealing pretty scents of wild blueberries, kirsch and warm black cherries followed by hints of violets and star anise. Full, wonderfully intense and concentrated, there is a lot of bright, crunchy fruit here with firm, rounded tannins and a refreshing lift to the long finish. Nicely done!

Deep garnet-purple in color, the 2018 Chauvin rolls effortlessly out of the glass with notions of spiced black plums, blackberry preserves and mulberries with hints of clove oil and incense. Medium to full-bodied, the palate delivers loads of juicy black fruit flavors with a soft texture and just enough freshness, finishing spicy.

A pretty and polished young red with dark-berry and cherry character, medium body, fine tannins and a clean and vivid finish.

Made from 85% Merlot, 12% Cabernet Franc and 3% Cabernet Sauvignon still resting in 50% new French oak, the 2018 Chateau Chauvin has a rich, powerful style in its crème de cassis and black raspberry fruits as well as notes of spice, graphite, and violets. Seamless, beautifully concentrated, with a great mid-palate and full-bodied richness, it has a rounded, supple style yet stays focused and chiseled on the palate due to its terrific minerality. This is a brilliant Saint-émilion in the making. It should be accessible in 3-4 years and cruise in cool cellars.