title: Château Barbé 2012  Blaye Côtes de Bordeaux
description: Rich, ripe and full-bodied, this is a Merlot/Cabernet Sauvignon/Malbec blend. Juicy acidity and berry fruits are integrated into the firm structure. A smoky, dry wood-laden background gives the wine good texture. Drink from 2016. Xavier Carreau, Alain Jourdan and Cyril Jourdan, the latest generation, run the family's five estates.
variety: Bordeaux-style Red Blend