Jean Gautreau other_regions_australia The nicely rich and punch

The nicely rich and punch medium weight flavors possess a refined midpalate mouth feel though here too there is a mild edginess to the otherwise lingering finish

Cristal is often accessible young

almost airy wood spice combines with elegant and quite refined green fruit and an interesting roasted nut quality

The most classical of their wines

I'd stash this one away for at least another five years

Jean Gautreau other_regions_australia The nicely rich and punchThe 1996 Cuve Jean Gautreau is a blend of 73% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot and 7% Cabernet Franc picked between September 23 and October 8. It has an attractive blackberry and iris bouquet, flecks of truffle and smoke emerging with aeration, and displays more charm than the 1995. The plush but not overbearing palate is medium bodied with fine tannin, a neat line of acidity and a subtle touch of spice on the finish. Tasted at the vertical tasting at