The 2018 Malartic Lagravière is every bit as compelling as it was en primeur...I loved it.
A gorgeous second wine, the 2014 La Dame de Montrose is soft, open-knit and very pretty. Bright floral notes add lift and a measure of elegance to the dark-fleshed fruit. Medium in body, with good depth and fine overall balance, the 2014 is just about as ...
Considerably richer and more powerful than the lighter 2021, tasted alongside. Yet not at all heavy, with a supple tannic build, draped over a dusty carriage of clove, leather, incense and five-spice. Violet, mulled cherry, olive paste and garrigue, too. ...
A savory version, this red displays eucalyptus, rosemary, juniper, cherry, tar and iron flavors. Starts out fluid before closing up on the dense, dusty finish. The persistent flavors indicate the future potential. Best from 2029 through 2047. 4,000 cases ...
A rich, juicy red marked by black cherry, raspberry, white pepper and floral flavors. Gains support from firm tannins as this plays out on the finish. Drink now through 2028. 3,000 cases made, 900 cases imported.