2025 Ch de France, Pessac-Léognan

DUE OCT/NOV 2028

A 50/50 split of Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot that will see 12 months in 20% new barrels, the 2025 Château De France offers loads of plums, juicy blue fruits, candied violets, and floral nuances on the nose. On the palate, it's medium-bodied, with a pure, layered, graceful mouthfeel, solid, firmer, yet polished tannins, and outstanding length. It checks in at 13.5% alcohol. It's another ripe, exotically perfumed Graves in the vintage and should ultimately be an outstanding wine.

91-93 points Jeb Dunnuck

A juicy red with blackberries and a hint of red currants, a medium body, medium-round tannins and an attractive finish.

92-93 points James Suckling