The 2023 Trottevieille Bordeaux Blend is an exquisite red wine that emanates from the renowned vineyards of Saint Emilion region in Bordeaux, France. As a product of the esteemed Trottevieille vineyard, this wine presents itself with an impressive power and depth, while maintaining an agile and structural character, as noted by esteemed wine critic, James Suckling. The blend is predominantly cabernet franc (53%), followed by merlot (44%) and a hint of cabernet (3%), crafting a wine full of complexity and finesse.

The wine displays a deep garnet-purple hue that is captivating to the eye. Upon the first pour, it reveals an intoxicating bouquet of ripe black plums, mulberries, and blackberry pie, intermingled with subtle notes of candied violets, cedar chest, cinnamon stick, and clove oil. The palate is medium to full-bodied, offering an electric tension that is both invigorating and pleasurable. Super-fine, satiny-smooth tannins contribute to the wine's elegant structure, while intense layers of black fruit and baking spice add to its richness and complexity.

The 2023 Trottevieille Bordeaux Blend finishes long and fragrant, leaving behind a lingering impression of its magnificent character. It is a wine that resonates with the dark allure of lush fruit, herbs, menthol, spice, and licorice, all harmoniously balanced with pretty floral and savory notes. This wine is a testament to the transformative power of the new vat room installed at Trottevieille in 2021, which allowed for the creation of a wine that respects the fruit, maintains freshness, and avoids being overly tannic and aggressive when young.

With impressive reviews from James Suckling, The Wine Independent and Vinous, the 2023 Trottevieille Bordeaux Blend is a wine that merits attention from any true wine connoisseur. It is a wine that is destined to be remembered for its power, agility, depth and timeless elegance.