A wine that still shows some youthful tannins, but is maturing well, its freshness subsumed into the red plum and jelly flavors. It is ready to drink now, but should be decanted.
A big wood-aged wine made from old vines at the Bertinerie estate. Certainly, there is plenty of wood aroma; in the mouth, the dry wood tannins are balanced by the rich, concentrated black fruits. Coffee and mocha flavors add complexity to an already impressive wine.
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