| “This brilliant lineup of wines is made by Eric Prissette, of Saint-Emilion’s Chateau Rol Valentin. His 2012s are superb.” — Wine Advocate
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$252 case
90-92 Points Wine Advocate “Offering loads of black fruits, pen ink, licorice and toasted spice, this medium to full-bodied effort has a plush, polished texture, fantastic purity of fruit and no hard edges, with fine tannin coming through on the finish. It should have a decade of ultimate longevity.”
THE WINE This is a blend of 70 % syrah, 25 % carignan, 5% grenache noir and mourvèdre .The grapes are all hand-picked then are fermented in stainless steel tanks and finally aged 9 to 10 months in oak foudres. (600L puncheons). TASTING NOTES Color: Dark purple Aromas: Purple fruits expression such as blueberries, blackberries, earthy, guarrigue notes. Palate: Full body, blackberry, blackcurrant, hint of earth, silky texture and smooth tannins. Food Pairing: Lamb chops, rabbit or duck rillette pâté, burger, hanger-steak... |
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