this comes from a 2

the 2014 Proprietary Red needs a little coaxing to reveal slowly unfurling notions of warm black cherries

the gentlest hints of honey

An exotically perfumed bouquet presents candied dark berries and cherry-cola

with notes of blue fruit and violets

Guillot Clauzel Vintage:2009 this comes from a 2A blend of 85% Merlot and 15% Cabernet Franc, the 2020 Guillot Clauzel has turned out beautifully. Wafting from the glass with aromas of dark cherries, plums and licorice, it's medium to full bodied, elegantly layered and fleshy, with a vibrant core of fruit, polished tannins and a penetrating finish. As readers will remember, this 2. 5 hectare estate has been managed by Vieux Chteau Certan's Guillaume Thienpont since 2018.