Here the nose plays right on the edge of exoticism with its notes of fresh white and yellow orchard fruit

but I like the overall sense of harmony and balance

dried herbs

31% Cabernet Franc

At their best

Comte Armand, Auxey Duresses 1er Cru other_regions_australia Here the nose plays right(a blend of two 1ers, the older vines Les Brterins and Bas de Duresses the vines run from 35 to 75 years of age). This possesses a nose that is compositionally similar to that of the straight Auxey but offers both a bit more aromatic depth and complexity. There is good richness to the lightly mineral inflected flavors that possess good detail and fine length on the less obviously rustic finish as the tannins are more fine grained. (88 91) 2019+