Chateau Croix Cardinal, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru, France 2016 Martinelle intense mineral character Champagne is

intense mineral character Champagne is capable of when made in such a straightforward fashion

Although closed at present and less prodigious than I predicted two years ago it reveals an opaque purple color plenty of sweet fruitcake black currant kirsch forest floor and earthy characteristics a full-bodied mouthfeel sweet tannins and a long finish

Lightly spiced-pastry aromas

resulting in a richly layered

Chateau Croix Cardinal, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru, France 2016 Martinelle intense mineral character Champagne isMedium to deep garnet purple colored, the 2016 Croix Cardinale gives up bold notes of baked black cherries, red and black plums, garrigue and tilled soil with a hint of mossy bark. The palate is medium to full bodied, plush and pure with a lovely peppery edge to the long finish. Wine Advocate