deeply concentrated blackberry and violet pastille flavors and a suggestion of star anise

according to the estate

the 2011 Bruno Giacosa Barbaresco Albesani Vigna Santo Stefano had no such issues

all in the ripe

the pedigree of the great Barolo vineyards simply cant be denied

Cos d'Estournel Vintage:1986 deeply concentrated blackberry and violetThe 1986 Cos dEstournel replicates the performance from my 30 year on tasting that I conducted a few months back. The bouquet is attractive with mint and juniper berries that grab the attention of the olfactory senses, later accompanied by liquorice and graphite. The palate is understated on the entry but then builds in the mouth with wonderful spice and black pepper infused black fruit that form the foundation of this Cos dEstournel. Sure, it feels