Made from Chardonnay grapes; vine age – planted 1950; grown on soils of Limestone & iron. Fermented in stainless steel tanks. Aged in 100% new oak casks. Aged for 18-20 months. Bottled unfiltered. Wine for laying down, but can be appreciated when young after carafing for several hours before serving.
Int'l Wine Cellar-Burgundy, France - Bright ruby-red. Knockout nose combines dark berries, rose petal, mint, coffee and a hint of eucalyptus. A wine of incredible density, saturating the entire palate with vibrant flavors of crushed berries, flowers, mint and iodine. Barrel Score: 95-97 (Intense, Boysenberry, Violet, Full-bodied)
Burgundy, France - Good bright dark red. Blackberry and spices on the nose, along with hints of game and minerals. Juicy, spicy dark berry flavors show some edgy acidity and a slightly wild quality (Elegant, Blackberry, Spice, Full-bodied)
Wine for laying down, but can be appreciated when young after carafing for several hours before serving.