Château La Tour de Mons 2023

Fragrant and lively on the nose. Quite a cool, blue toned graphite edge to the aromatics. Juicy and sleek, a lovely bright, streamlined wine, chalky and grippy, much more right bank in style with the Merlot on clay and limestone. Clean and clear, nice precision and clarity, still with cranberry and freshly picked strawberry elements. I love the stony grip on the finish. Cool and calm, a little toasted at the end, but nice energy and focus. 4% Cabernet Franc completes the blend. Drinking window: 2027-2038. (Georgina Hindle,decanter.com)