Chateau Bouscaut Pessac Leognan Grand Cru Classe De Graves 2012

48% Merlot, 47% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Malbec. Husband-wife team have been running this Grand Cru Classé de Graves chateau since 1979, vineyards date to the 17th century. Classic profile of cassis, juicy black plum, spice, graphite and soil. Ageing in 45% new French oak adds leather, caramel and baking spices. Neither opulent nor restrained. Decant or hold up to 10 years.