From the owners of Fleur Cardinale, Dominique and Florence Decoster, the 2015 Chateau Croix Cardinale is more than a little impressive and comes from a 4-hectare parcel just beside the Fleur Cardinale vineyard. Based on 70% Merlot and 30% Cabernet Franc aged in 100% new oak, its deep ruby color is followed by a terrific bouquet of red and black currants, new leather, dried spices, and flowers. With medium to full-bodied richness, an elegant texture, and a great finish, it's going to shine for 15+ years.

Suave creamy baking spices sit across slightly nutty oak with attractive blueberry fruits below. The palate has a strong thread of mocha complimented by ripe blueberry and dark-plum flavors. Smooth tannins with attractive depth and grip. Try from 2023.

The 2015 Croix Cardinale is composed of 70% Merlot and 30% Cabernet Franc aged in 100% new French oak barrels for 13 months. Medium to deep garnet-purple in color, it has a nose of blackberries, plums, black cherries and spice cake with touches of pepper and fragrant earth. The medium to full-bodied mouth is rich and chewy with a good core of fruit.