Chateau Gruaud-Larose, Saint-Julien, France 2008 Manzanilla Sanlucar de Barrameda 45% is cabernet sauvignon and

45% is cabernet sauvignon and the remaining 10% (which is not stated on the label) is merlot to "give the blend softness" says winemaker Mariano di Paola

and Oseleta

Hats off to the team of Christian Moueix and director Tod Mostero

pistachios and Amarena cherries

Soft and drinkable now with plums and berries

Chateau Gruaud-Larose, Saint-Julien, France 2008 Manzanilla Sanlucar de Barrameda 45% is cabernet sauvignon andSo much sweet tobacco and currant character with some earth on the nose. Full body, firm and chewy tannins and a long and flavorful finish. Closed and complex still, but a typically beautiful Bordeaux. 94 Pts James Suckling