Region: Saint Emilion Grand Cru
Grape Varieties: 78% Merlot, 20% Cabernet Franc, 2% Cabernet Sauvignon
Alcohol: 14%
Vinification:
70% aged in barrels. 12 months in French oak barrels
Tasting Notes:
A deep purple colour with notes of toast and nutmeg on the nose. Enticing nose of raspberry, cream, vanilla and clove, spiced black cherry, strawberry and fine yielding tannins on the palate. This is round and generous on the palate with velvety tannins and a long rich spicy finish.
Wine Awards:
Mundus Vini – 92 points
James Suckling : 91 points
XL-Vins France : 91 points
Decanter : 90 points