Chateau Haut Carles 2025

Jane Anson: Inky purple in colour, love the grilled coffee bean that is gourmet edged but the grip of the limestone stops it from being overdone, and the (new addition) of Cabernet Franc gives the most lovely iris and violet lift. Delicious. 20% whole bunch fermentation, plus massal selection of Cabernet Franc Hubert de Boüard consultant."

James Suckling: A fruity, well-built red with purple fruits, flowers and herbs on the nose. Medium- to full-bodied with plush tannins. Compact finish."

The Wine Cellar Insider: Floral, and fruity, the wine is packed with lushly-textured, ripe, creamy dark berries, licorice, and espresso, finishing with chocolate-coated black cherries, and a sprig of mint that makes this already delicious. You can enjoy this with pleasure on release. The wine blends 85% Merlot with 15% Cabernet Franc. Drink from 2028-2042."