(from purchased grapes that Perrot has the right to intercede with certain aspects of the viticulture)

The 2016 Shiraz Magill Estate aged in 100% new oak (70% French and 30% American)

I would be inclined to begin drinking this now and over the next 10 years as I fear this risks drying out and becoming astringent if held for the longer-term

espresso and tobacco scents to round things off

for a wine regularly expected to sell at several hundred dollars apiece

Louis Latour, Chevalier Montrachet Demoiselles Vintage:2012 (from purchased grapes that PerrotHere too there are residual fermentation and wood based aromas dominating the fruit. Otherwise there is good freshness and vibrancy to the concentrated big bodied flavors that possess a discreet stony quality that carries over to the beautifully long, dry and well balanced finish. Like several of the wines in the range this is less elegant than it typically is but it is certainly imposing. (92 94) 2022+