sweet tannin

all wrapped in a solidly complex and persistent finish that is firm but not so much so that this could not be approached young

with aromas ranging from camphor

The attractively textured flavors possess a lovely vibrancy before concluding in a complex

Jasmin, Cote Rotie Giroflarie other_regions sweet tanninGlistening violet. Smoke and mineral accented cherry and black raspberry scents are complemented by suggestions of tobacco, violet and cracked pepper. Silky in texture and lively on the palate, offering gently sweet dark berry, cherry compote and floral pastille flavors firmed by a spine of juicy acidity. The spicy note returns on an impressively long, penetrating finish that shows very good clarity and subtle, fine grained tannins. Josh Raynolds