Saint Pierre other_regions While clearly firmly structured

While clearly firmly structured

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and exuberant

as it will almost certainly head for a slumber during which it will be impossible to evaluate with any accuracy

What impresses me most about the 2009s is the elegance of their tannin

Saint Pierre other_regions While clearly firmly structuredMedium to deep garnet in color, the 2009 Saint Pierre displays maturing notes of crme de cassis, blackberry pie and prunes with hints of cardamom, fennel and star anise. Full bodied, concentrated and jam packed with black fruit preserves and fantastic freshness to balance, it has a firm, grainy texture and very long, exotic spice finish.