2016 Chateau Grand Corbin Grand Cru

France / Bordeaux / Saint-Emilion Grand Cru Rouge
 
The historical district of Château Grand Corbin Grand Cru is located to the Northwest of the plateau of Saint-Émilion, next to Pomerol. 
With inheritances, the ancient domain was shared, creating six different properties sharing Corbin part name. 
 
With the 2012 vintage, Château Haut-Corbin and Château Grand Corbin renew with their past by merging under the name of Château Grand Corbin. This union has been possible thanks to the last classification of Saint-Émilion. Château Le Jurat territories were also added to the new union.
 
The Wine Cellar Insider/Jeff Leve tasting notes 92/100 (September 2019): "Flowers, black raspberry, licorice, and espresso scents are all over the place. Medium bodied, but with round, soft, silky textures, there is a nice jolt of sweet plum and cherry notes in the finish that linger. Give it five years or so to age, and this will be an even better wine".
 
Blend:
80% Merlot, 16% Cabernet Franc, 4% Cabernet Sauvignon.
 
Ageing potential:
More than 15 years.