2018 Chateau du Tertre, Margaux, France 750ml

Under the same ownership as the top performing Château Giscours, this estate has established itself also as an impressive property. This vintage offers a dense structure and ripe black fruit flavor that confirms a success.

Very seductive, with warmed plum sauce, cassis and raspberry confiture flavors stitched together with singed sandalwood and light mineral notes. Ends with a velvety edge while a flash of alder darts in the background. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. Best from 2023 through 2036.—J.M.