Château Micalet Haut-Médoc Cru Artisan 2020

That larger-than-normal Petit Verdot really gives this a meaty, earthy kick on the nose that I wasn't expecting. The brightness on the palate cuts through the richness just enough to keep each sip interesting.

That Petit Verdot really does shine through—the palate is bright and expressive even with all that rich, meaty depth. Poured a glass with dinner and the earthy nose gave way to something surprisingly lively. Exactly what I hoped for from a Haut Medoc.

Opened this on a quiet Tuesday and the palate stayed vivid from first sip to last, that big rich mouthfeel really carrying the bright fruit. The meaty, earthy nose sets it up perfectly, but the surprise is how expressive it turns once it hits air. Already thinking about grabbing another bottle for t