Château Marquis d'Alesme Château Marquis d'Alesme 2022 750ml

Broad and velvety in feel, this delivers a steady wave of blackberry and black cherry reduction supported by a light graphite spine. Infused through the finish with warm earth, violet and dark tobacco notes. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc. Best from 2026 through 2038. 4,000 cases made.

Another concentrated Margaux, the 2022 Château Marquis D'Alesme boasts a deep purple hue as well as brilliant aromatics of red and black fruits, smoked tobacco, chocolate, and wood smoke. Medium to full-bodied and nicely balanced, with plenty of mid-palate depth, it shows the ripe, sexy, opulent style of the vintage and will offer ample pleasure in its youth yet still age gracefully.

This has bouncy, crisp acidity running through black cherry and damson plum notes, while light earth and cedar accents shade the finish. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Petit Verdot and Cabernet Franc. Drink now through 2027. 4,500 cases made. (James Molesworth)