It has a much more sumptuous bouquet compared to the 2010

this wine totally resets the benchmark for 100 points

an incisive spine of acidity and a long

The classic minerality and refinement of a fine Embazées are present though and there is plenty of verve and flavor impact on the linear and citrus-infused finish

Les Vins de Vienne, Hermitage Chirats Saint Christophe other_regions_australia It has a much moreVivid ruby. Blackberry, cassis, cola and vanilla on the nose and in the mouth. Broad and seamless, offering intense, focused dark fruit preserve flavors that pick up a spicy quality with air. Smoke and licorice note carry through a long, sappy, gently tannic finish. This wine is surprisingly approachable but has the depth to suggest that it will age nicely as well. Josh Raynolds