The 2017 Branas Grand Poujeaux is composed of 75% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Petit Verdot. Deep garnet-purple colored, it leaps with cassis, blackberry preserves, redcurrant jelly and black pepper scents plus hints of fallen leaves and cumin seed. Medium-bodied, the muscular black fruit is supported by firm, chewy tannins, and it finishes on a savory note.