The nos hints of ripe fruit like blackberry
peachy nose with a splash of passion fruit and just a hint of resin
segueing into a well-defined second half with brown spices and hints of leather
it will have the ability to age nicely due to its grippy texture
Another brilliant Chardonnay from Chanin
Chateau Trotte Vieille, Saint-Emilion Grand Cru, France 2020 Pouilly-Fume The nos hints of ripeThe 2020 Trotte Vieille is a blend of 50% Cabernet Franc, 49% Merlot and 1% Cabernet Sauvignon aging for an anticipated 16 months in French oak barrels, 80% new. The alcohol is 15%. Opaque purple black in color, it bursts from the glass with vivacious notes of wild blueberries, ripe, juicy black plums and black raspberries, plus hints of lilacs, star anise and tar with a touch of wild thyme. The rich, full bodied palate coats the mouth with black