Chateau Puygueraud 2021

JAMES SUCKLING: "Medium-bodied with sleek, creamy tannins. Pretty core of plum and blueberry fruit with chocolate, too. Very finely textured and in balance. 81% merlot and 19% cabernet franc."

DECANTER: "Scented red berry notes on the nose, clean and clear. Lively and so appealing, just such an easy charm, not trying to do too much. Smooth and soft with the fragrance continuing on the palate alongside juicy red berry fruit, gentle creaminess and a subtle liquorice base. So expressive, you get the light structure with youthful appeal. Lightly framed but this has an energetic thrust with an iodine, salty tang at the end. Julien Lavenu consultant. Lovely wines from Francs this year."