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Succulent, with a hint of oak masking a mineral element now, yet intense and focused, with honey, apple, lemon and spice flavors. Builds on the palate and improves with air. Fine length. 75 cases imported.
Very ripe aromas of peach, mirabelle, almond blossom, spices, white pepper and stone. Wonderfully juicy and spicy with a captivating peachy character. Finishes very long, spicy and firm.
...direct, linear and frank aromas of oyster shell, iodine and a lovely mineral component... ...complex flavors that display superb intensity and stunning length. ... ...finish is racy yet completely buffered by the copious sap....
...explodes from the glass with pulp-laden apples and salty minerals. Loads of creamed almonds, sea salt, pears, and apples can be found in its boisterously flavored core. Medium-bodied and with terrific mouth-feel...
This producer now sells its wines under the name Domaine Francois Raveneau.