La Chenade 2022 Lalande De Pomerol, Bordeaux

“The 2022 La Chenade is a gorgeous Lalande-de-Pomerol from sisters Noemie and Constance Durantou. A healthy dollop of Cabernet Franc (20%) lifts a core of Merlot fruit as this racy red opens in the glass. Dark cherry, blood orange, new leather and rose petal are some of the many nuances that take shape in the glass. La Chénade offers a striking combination of intensely ripe fruit and energy, all lifted by floral top notes that develop with air. This is such a compelling wine.”—Antonio Galloni, Vinous