 
                    | Classification | Cru Classe | 
| Type | Red | 
| Producer | Chateau L'if | 
| Vintage | 2016 | 
| Country | France | 
| Main region | Bordeaux | 
| Region | Saint-Emilion | 
| Grape | Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Bordeaux Blend | 
| Volume | 0,75 | 
| Condition | Perfect | 
| Label | Perfect | 
| Drinkable | -2036 | 
| Stock | 3 | 
This is a compact cylinder of ripe and fresh fruit with currant, fresh-herb and dry-earth character on the palate. So solid. Full-bodied yet refined and checked in every way. Well-defined, formed and perfect. Just a hint of volcanic salt and iron. Contemplate this one.
The 2016 L’If offers blackberry, cedar and mint aromas on a nose that needs time to coalesce, but eventually reveals harmony and focus. The new oak is very well assimilated. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannins, and pliant in the mouth, delivering gentle grip toward the creamy-textured finish. This is an extremely impressive wine from l’équipe Le Pin. Tasted blind at the annual Southwold tasting.
 
             
             
             
             
             
             
             
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
            With track & trace code
 
         
     
     
     
     
     
     
     
    