Vieux Chateau Certan Size:6x1.5L

Vieux Chateau Certan Size:6x1.5LOne of the wines of the vintage, 45 minutes in the decanted allowed the wine to fill out, soften and show off its silky, plum, cherry, floral and earthy charms. This is close to its peak, so if you are waiting to pop your bottles, it will get a bit better, but it is so good now, why hold off any longer?

The Bodegas wines are all blends

the larger-scaled flavors possess more size and weight if not the same refinement or minerality as the Latricières where the supporting tannins coat the palate on the grippy

super-rich

I had the opportunity to retaste the wonderful 2015 Hermitage and have taken this opportunity to up my rating of it a couple of points

Just dont tell anyone how good this La Tour Blanche is

or pop a cork if you prefer more of a classic

Like the Bonnes Mares

along with subtle tarragon and vanilla qualities

That harmony is sublime

which is quite favorable for ageworthy wines

Moderate but not invasive wood sets off overtly floral red and dark berry fruit aromas that are liberally spiked with warm earth and spice wisps

full and palate saturating flavors that deliver ample power and outstanding intensity and persistence