Lafont-Menaut Pessac-Leognan Rouge 2019

Château Lafont-Menaut is the second property of the famous Chateau Carbonnieux, run by winemaker Philibert Perrin. It’s long been one of our go-to sources for inexpensive Bordeaux, and the 2019 Lafont-Menaut rouge is even better than usual. It overperforms because it doesn’t overpromise — the nose shows dark violets and inky plums alongside lavender and cassis. The mouth is dense and full, with a touch more sophistication than usual. Enjoy this with roasted fare this autumn and winter.