The 2019 Château Franc Patarabet Saint-Émilion Grand Cru is a structured, ripe, and full-bodied wine with a core of dark and red fruit flavors and firm tannins. On the nose, it offers pronounced and vibrant aromas of ripe dark and red fruits, including blackberry, plum, and red stone fruits. These are intertwined with sweet notes of vanilla and hints of spice and toast from oak aging. The palate is generous and fruit-forward, without being over-ripe. Expect dark and red fruit flavors, with notes of vanilla and spice. The mouthfeel is soft, yet it's held together by fine, dusty tannins that provide a sturdy framework for aging. The wine is structured and full, with integrated tannins. It has a lingering finish with refined flavors.