This is a very serious example of the appellation that is a bit less refined than one might normally expect though there is no rusticity

The very supple

While distinctly different from the Santa Cruz Mountain releases

This is an excellent candidate for long cellaring

especially in a classic vintage such as this

Berthaut-Gerbet, Fixin Crais other_regions This is a very seriousAll but invisible wood sets off the very ripe nose of spiced plum and black raspberry along with hints of violet, earth and anise. The slightly bigger and richer medium bodied flavors possess a seductive mouthfeel before concluding in a palate coating and lightly mineral inflected finish that is better balanced.