Jean-Louis Chave Cotes du Rhone Mon Coeur 2022 Chateau Fonplegade nuanced Pauillac shows off its

nuanced Pauillac shows off its considerable pedigree

Stunning herbal and crushed rock intensity at the compact and driving finish

malolactic in tanks and aging in 30% oak vats (he purchased from Alion) and 70% of the wine in used 225-liter oak barrels for one year

The tannins are firm but well coated

leaving lasting impressions of a walk through wooded groves

Jean-Louis Chave Cotes du Rhone Mon Coeur 2022 Chateau Fonplegade nuanced Pauillac shows off itsJuicy red berries, herbes de Provence, pepper, and a hint of sandalwood lift from the 2022 Ctes Du Rhne Mon Coeur. Medium bodied and nicely balanced, with savory tannins and tons of personality and charm, it's perfect for drinking over the coming 4 6 years. 90 Pts Jeb Dunnuck