2017 Le Dome Saint-Emilion Grand Cru

(94-96 Points) A blend of 80% Cabernet Franc with 20% Merlot, the deep garnet-purple colored 2017 Le Dome has a reticent nose of crushed black cherries, raspberry preserves and kirsch with hints of pencil shavings, cast iron pan, violets and cinnamon stick. Medium-bodied, firm and with great freshness, it has a perfumed/mineral character and great length.

Proprietor Jonathan Malthus commented that of his estates, Château Laforge production is down in 2017 by almost a third and Château Teyssier is one-third of normal production, due to the frosts. The single vineyards on the limestone plateau largely escaped damage.  Wine Advocate