ChâteauTronquoy,Saint-Estèphe2023EnPrimeur–Caseof6

Much more focus on Tronquoy has occurred in recent times, possibly as the team at owner Montrose realise what a gem they have here. They have chopped off the ‘Lalande’ part of the name, improved the branding and bolstered the winemaking. The results are excellent. In 2023 this part of Saint-Estèphe struggled with early rain, but the late heatwaves pushed the ripeness right up. The nose is perfumed with blackcurrant, blackberry and raspberry notes. The palate shows soft, round, bold fruit, sweet and concentrated with a clean, stony finish. A lovely, approachable wine. 3-9 years.