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Château Balestard La Tonnelle St Emilion Grand Cru Grand Cru Classé 2023

Glass-staining plum, very much on song for a St Emilion Grand Cru Classé, with a silky texture visually reflecting an alcohol level that is relatively high for the vintage. Exuberant damson fruit, grilled cedar, liqourice, espresso, cocoa bean, orange peel, sleek, confident, estate signature, although you can find fresher 2023s. 36hl/ha yield.

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