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Intensely perfumed, mineral-accented aromas of red and blue fruit preserves, licorice, exotic spices and potpourri, along with an exotic suggestion of incense. Stains the palate with concentrated black raspberry, cassis, bitter cherry and fruitcake flavors that are given spicy lift by a suggestion of white pepper. A violet pastille nuance emerges with aeration and carries through an extremely long, youthfully tannic finish that shows outstanding definition and mineral thrust.
...blockbuster styled Saint Joseph with considerable power and minerality...loads of class and elegance as well as classic aromatics of dark fruits, crushed stone, damp earth, and olive tapenade. Despite the warmth of the vintage, there’s a sense of coolness and elegance here paired with serious fruit that makes this wine special.
...aromatic nuances of black cherries, black tea, rose petals and licorice...medium to full-bodied, with ripe fleshiness surrounding a concealed spine of firm but ripe tannins...
Magical nose: blackberry, meat, blood, flint-sparks, rust...real wine of the elements. Fragrant perfume on the palate, with medium body and high acid. Wonderful, ready and compelling.