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...notions of garrigue, licorice, violets, and assorted floral qualities all supported by a dense core of black and blue fruit. Full-bodied and showing the same upfront voluptuousness found in the ’11, this thrilling effort is beautifully balanced, has serious underlying structure, and blockbuster length.
A solid, grippy, almost chewy style, exhibiting lots of roasted fig, steeped currant and mulled blackberry notes ,studded with roasted bay leaf, chestnut and singed mesquite. Features a lingering charcoal edge on the lengthy finish.
Aromas of blueberries, black raspberries and spring flowers along with a chalky minerality emerge from this full-bodied, dense, pure, elegant as well as substantial 2010.
Dark berries and pungent herbs on the highly perfumed nose. Supple, expansive blackberry and bitter cherry flavors are reinforced by tangy acidity and pick up a floral pastille quality in the glass. Finishes on a gently sweet note, with harmonious tannins and strong punch.