A deftly wooded nose surrounds the ripe aromas of cassis

powerful and brooding big-bodied flavors possess outstanding volume and mid-palate concentration where the abundant dry extract serves to buffer the very firm and imposing tannic spine on the hugely long finish

12% Mourvedre and 2% Viognier

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floral and an appealing whiff of Asian style tea

Pierre Girardin Vintage:2020 A deftly wooded nose surroundsA fresh and bright nose features notes of various red berries, earth and hints of violet and spice. The is both excellent volume and richness to the round and fleshy yet solidly powerful flavors that conclude in a lengthy finish where nuances of youthful austerity and warmth slowly emerge.