Pretty similar to the 2011, slightly wider rim. Denser slightly more medicinal nose , again quite closed , touch more herbaceous. Sweeter maybe touch balsamic dark fruits . On the palate quite ripe and robust , touch more alcohol noticeable . Quite noticeable acidity , tannin quite marked also , slightly severe finish. Quite sweet ripe darker fruit . Needs a bit more time or food, though it won’t be the most refined vintage, now and for the next 5-10 years
Pretty similar to the 2011, slightly wider rim. Denser slightly more medicinal nose , again quite closed , touch more herbaceous. Sweeter maybe touch balsamic dark fruits . On the palate quite ripe and robust , touch more alcohol noticeable . Quite noticeable acidity , tannin quite marked also , slightly severe finish. Quite sweet ripe darker fruit . Needs a bit more time or food, though it won’t be the most refined vintage, now and for the next 5-10 years
Dec 16th, 2022