Chateau Cheval Blanc, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru, France 2018 Breganze Torcolato The Varner family of Santa

The Varner family of Santa Cruz make this from a cool Los Alamos vineyard site

The NV Extra Brut Blanc de Blancs Premier Cru Les Terres Fines offers a striking expression of Chardonnay from Cuis

it shows off fruity aromas of raspberry

raw almond and candied kumquat

Hebrart deftly manages fruit intensity and energy in a Brut Rose that positively sizzles with energy

Chateau Cheval Blanc, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru, France 2018 Breganze Torcolato The Varner family of SantaLove the floral character to the aromas of dark fruit, such as blueberries and black cherries. Red and black licorice, too. The full bodied palate starts slowly and then expands with super polished, searing tannins that lead you up the palate into a place of grandeur. Lightly chewy at the end. Such great purity and presence here. 6% cabernet sauvignon in the blend with franc and merlot. 99 Pts James Suckling