2019 Chateau Moncets Lalande de Pomerol

From: Lalande de Pomerol, Bordeaux, FranceVarietals: 92% Merlot, 8% Cabernet Franc Tasting Notes and Critical Acclaim: This luxurious Right Bank Bordeaux from the fantastic 2019 vintage will impress your senses immediately, though it’ll open up wonderfully in your glass. As is typical for the area, this wine is mostly Merlot with some Cabernet Franc (the blend in the bottle mimics the plantings in the vineyard). Its aromas and flavors are lush and luminous, full of rich dark fruits, cocoa, toasted vanilla, cherry, and spice, highlighted with a hint of cocoa. Even though this wine is luxuriant, it leans toward an old-school style, and we greatly appreciate its mouthwatering acidity, clean fruits, and balanced oak and spice notes. It’s a steal at this price, and we highly recommend stocking up! It’s a fantastic dinner-party wine that can also be used as a last-minute birthday or host gift. "A fine, ripe, juicy wine with balanced tannins, this is rich in Merlot and fine spice. The wine's