Chateau La Bridane, Saint-Julien

Medium reddish-purple garnet in color. Full, forward & attractive nose of ripe fruit aromas of cherries, cassis & plums with earthy/dusty & herbal overtones, some floral notes, herbs, spices, minerals, & a slight hint of cedar in the background. Medium bodied with a good concentration of balanced & smooth textured, ripe fruit flavors of cherries, blueberries & plums with herbs, minerals, spices & a hint of vanilla/oak. Lingering finish. Quite accessible at present with decanting & extended airing but should …

First bottle of 4 OC-6. PnP. Clear dark red color. Fine nose. In reference to the 2010 vintage, this is less powerful and less structured. But still a good (and rare) CB of St.-Julien. PQR fine (18€ at FAV 2021).

Drank on ship in Bordeaux, 13.5%ABV, solid wine, needs some time but good fruit and smooth tannins, would drink again.