Enough age to bring the fruit intensity down a notch, & man that’s some good fruit- emphasis on the cassis & blackberries. Usually not a mega fan of Bordeaux, but this fit the bill for a shared bottle with friends, drink outside on the banks of the Hudson.
Enough age to bring the fruit intensity down a notch, & man that’s some good fruit- emphasis on the cassis & blackberries. Usually not a mega fan of Bordeaux, but this fit the bill for a shared bottle with friends, drink outside on the banks of the Hudson.
Nov 3rd, 2023
2017 vintage. Ancient estate dating back to the 16th century and owned by the Robert family since 1935. Attractive nose with cherry, raspberry, flowers and some smokiness. Medium-bodied and spicy with a solid ripe tannic backbone and good length. Terrific value at 10 euros. Mainly Merlot (85%) with some Cabernet Franc (10%) and Malbec (5%). Abv. 14,2%.
2017 vintage. Ancient estate dating back to the 16th century and owned by the Robert family since 1935. Attractive nose with cherry, raspberry, flowers and some smokiness. Medium-bodied and spicy with a solid ripe tannic backbone and good length. Terrific value at 10 euros. Mainly Merlot (85%) with some Cabernet Franc (10%) and Malbec (5%). Abv. 14,2%.
Nov 27th, 2021
Canon-Fronsac, Libournais, Bordeaux, France
