Château Olivier Pessac-Léognan 2020 (750ml) Colchagua

Château Olivier Pessac-Léognan 2020 (750ml) ColchaguaChateau Olivier is located almost entirely within Pessac Leognan. While a modest version of one, the Chateau is a proper castle as Clive Coates describes it with all the defensive trappings one might expect to see. It once even had a bona fide moat surrounding it. Chateau Olivier is unique as its 60ha of vineyards is only a small portion of the 230ha estate. The surrounding area stands as a forest which Chateau Olivier regards as a green lung in the

crisp and intensely fruity and zesty

refreshing mouthfeel

Based on 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Franc raised in 40% new barrels (the balance is in second- and third-fill oak)

wine production:

but fragrant with a touch of petrol

The winery focused on Grenache based red blends and Rosé

Taste: Juicy fruit

JS91James SucklingIntense dried-cranberry and herbal nose with some toasty oak precedes a rich but not heavy palate with plenty of tannic power and a long

a perfect example of excellence

As perfumed as it is intriguing

On the palate this is medium-bodied and nicely structured with velvery tannins that lead into the long

With talent on loan from the vineyard