Chateau Tour Bayard Montagne-Saint Emilion 2022

Tour Bayard is relatively modern in style, with refined tannins, punchy fruit, and seductive aromas enhanced by malolactic fermentation in barrique. The 2016 is a watershed vintage for Tour Bayard, with masses of blue fruits framed by touches of vanilla and spice. The wine was expressive upon release, and will continue to improve as it ages. The 2016 establishes Tour Bayard as the clear quality leader in Montagne.

92 Points - James Suckling

A textured, focused and chalky red blend of 80% merlot and 20% cabernet franc. On the nose, it shows currants, dark plums and bark. Medium-bodied with fine tannins. There is a mineral, graphite character on the palate as well as blue fruit and a pulpy, flavorful finish. Drink from 2026.