Chateau le Gay 2016

One of the best Le Gays in years. Full-bodied and polished with superfine tannins. Layered. Goes on for minutes.

Very expressive, this nearly gushes with warm blueberry, plum and blackberry reduction notes while chocolate and melted licorice flavors fill in the background. Has fruit to burn, but might just be a bit shy on spine for the longer haul.—J.M.

Very dark crimson. Very extreme and sweet and concentrated. Not a good example.