Chateau Certan de May Pomerol 2020 Wood Box New and a plump mid-palate lead

and a plump mid-palate lead to a long finish with notes of dried cherries and clove

dark plums and blueberries create plenty of appeal

this has ample fruit and richness for balance

he was inspired to make wine when he was having lunch with a colleague

There's also no shortage of structure in this version

Chateau Certan de May Pomerol 2020 Wood Box New and a plump mid-palate leadThis has some lovely fruit and with good definition, too (not easy in this vintage) with plum, cassis and blackberry notes that sail through prettily, laced with black tea, incense and anise. Ends with a subtle smoldering alder accent. A lovely wine that avoids the vintage's pratfalls. Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon. Best from 2025 through 2036. 1,550 cases made, 75 cases imported.