Connetable Talbot 2022

Deep ruby with purple reflections, the 2022 Connétable Talbot offers aromas of ripe blackcurrant, blackberry, and plum, lifted by hints of violet, cedar, and sweet spice. The palate is smooth and supple, with juicy dark fruit framed by fine-grained tannins and fresh acidity. Notes of cocoa and graphite add complexity, while the finish is elegant and approachable. A charming Saint-Julien that shows both the generosity of the vintage and the finesse of its parent estate.

Connétable Talbot is the second wine of Château Talbot, one of Saint-Julien’s most celebrated Fourth Growths. First produced in the 1960s, it has built a reputation for reliability and early-drinking appeal, while still carrying the signature character of the château’s gravelly vineyards. The 2022 vintage was marked by warmth and concentration, producing a Connétable with ripe fruit, polished structure, and immediate charm — a wine crafted for earlier enjoyment without sacrificing pedigree.