As is typically the case there is more volume and midpalate concentration to the focused medium-bodied flavors that are shaped by somewhat finer tannins on the lacy and impressively refined finale

The 2010 Hermitage Ex Voto continues to top out on my scale

powerful entry

This is precise and pure

A brooding and very reserved but highly complex nose features notes of dried flowers

Francois Lamarche, Grands Echezeaux Size:12x750ml As is typically the caseA discreet dollop of new wood does not really get in the way of the ripe and spicy aromas of red berry fruit and violet hints that marry into supple, round and admirably pure tautly muscled flavors that possess reasonably good flesh but the finish exhibits a mildly dry tanginess that may round out but makes me cautious nevertheless. 91? 2018+