Château Croix-Mouton 2020

Lots of fruit for this appellation with ripe berries and chocolate and light coffee undertones. It’s full and flavorful. Round tannins.

Giving up a floral, sappy nose of cedar pencil, flowers, and red and black cherries, the 2020 Château Croix-Mouton is medium-bodied on the palate, with a forward, charming, character-filled style. It should drink nicely right out of the gate and keep for 7-8 years.

A strong value proposition, the 2020 Croix Mouton offers up aromas of cassis, cherries, cigar wrapper and violet. Medium-bodied, rich and fleshy, with a sweet core of fruit and powdery tannin, it outperforms its humble appellation.