Winemaker Notes
2020 brought perfect weather and optimum maturity, resulting in a rich, balanced and "gourmand" wine. Generous, purely fruity and crunchy nose. Fresh, juicy, fruity and silky palate with licorice and black cherries. Bright, flavorful and harmonious length. Delicious from now, aging will reveal even more fragrances of dark fruits and plums.
Professional Ratings
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James Suckling
Aromas of ripe berries, lemon zest, licorice and leafy herbs. Medium-bodied with fine-grained tannins and a chalky texture. Refined and smooth with delicious spiced red fruit and notes of walnut to close. Impressive length and focus with a delicate finish.
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Wine Enthusiast
This wine comes from a large estate covering 123 acres. The Duveau family have produced a ripe wine, rich in spice, perfume and smokiness. Red berries and ripe tannins are present in a wine that will age well.
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