Dark ruby garnet with purple reflections and a delicate brightening at the rim suggesting some maturity. The nose is still somewhat closed, with hints of fine woody savouriness, ripe wild berry fruit and orange zest. With air, dark cherries and a touch of nougat slowly emerge. The palate is complex - juicy and pronounced in fruit, in particular ripe cherry, with fine and very well integrated tannins. A mineral-salty finish has very good length. There's clear further ageing potential here, for decades even, but already it seems relatively light-footed thanks to its perfect balance. It can already be opened, but should ideally be allowed to age for another five to ten years.
More about the tasting »Bordeaux 2009 »Ten years after««Fine balsamic savouriness, blackberry confit, tobacco nuances, delicate cassis, attractive bouquet. Sweet and round, enormous extract sweetness, dark berries, chocolaty finish, long lasting, fresh structure, citrus on the finish, very great ageing potential.
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