particularly on the finish
this very firm effort is so rich that it will likely be approachable after only 7 to 8 years of bottle age
a smectite soils probably gave Christian Moueix and Jean-Claude Berrouet a slight advantage given its propensity to retain moisture and prevent hydric stress
The élevage in this case is extended to 36 months
The vibrant structure gives way to the dense
L'Aventure, Cote a Cote Vintage:2012 particularly on the finishThe 2018 Cte a Cte is a blend of 51% Grenache, 26% Mourvdre and 23% Syrah aged in 35% new French oak. It has a medium ruby color and bright aromas of cranberries, blackberries, dusty earth, tea leaves and licorice. The medium bodied palate has expansive, spicy, juicy fruits in a silky frame, and it finishes very long and layered. 900 cases produced.