Very deep garnet-purple colored, the 2019 Bolaire (usually around 50% Petit Verdot and 50% Merlot) has a spectacular note of crushed black and red cherries, warm plums and violets with hints of chocolate box, eucalyptus and Sichuan pepper plus a waft of cinnamon toast. The medium to full-bodied palate is chock-full of bold, expressive black fruits, supported by ripe, grainy tannins and tons of freshness, finishing long and spicy. Delicious!

An interesting blend of equal parts Merlot and Petit Verdot, the 2019 Château Bolaire sports an opaque ruby/plum color to go with solid aromatics of ripe red and black fruits supported by notes of graphite, scorched earth, and tobacco. It's a rich, medium to full-bodied, structured wine on the palate, with lots of tannins, yet it brings good mid-palate depth and solid length on the finish. Hide bottles for 3-4 years if you can, and it should keep for well over a decade.

Direct and slightly high-pitched, with a savory note leading off followed by damson plum and cherry flavors. Merlot and Petit Verdot. Drink now. 1,900 cases made, 300 cases imported.