2020 Le Phare
Overview:
Christine is another one of the people I count as a good friend in Bordeaux. I met her at Vinexpo and immediately loved her wines. I visited her chateau near Margaux and discovered that her family owns and produces some of the most sought after barrels in all of the wine business. Her brothers mostly ran the barrel making business and Christine made wine – and wow can she make great wine! We have included several of her wines in the club over the years and I have enjoyed getting to know her over the years.
In only the great vintages Christine Nadalie makes a special cuvee of her Chateau Beau Rivage, which she calls simply, Le Phare.
Bob's Review:
There is a mustiness on the nose which follows through on the pallet. Not offensive, just different. Interesting. I kind of like this. Cassis and smoke with a hint of the oak. Yea, I really like this. Wow! Have with food.
Additional Details:
Grape Varieties: Blend of Merlot and Petit Verdot.
Pairs Well With: Steak and other red meats.
Wine Region: Medoc.
Time in Barrels: 3 years.
Type of Barrels: New Oak Barrels.
