Saturday, October 14, 2023 - Tasted over two days.
Compelling perfume of violets, blackcurrant, blackberry, juniper, heather, mint, and wintergreen, backed by terroir-driven Left Bank markers. Late summer, purple berry potpourri also stood out. Some oak? Yes. Overpowering? No. Likely to integrate? Yes.
Lively and juicy attack. Graceful and expansive middle; the wine gliding across the palate. Powdery tannins show prominently at the back. Medium plus, flavorful finish. Medium plus acidity, medium minus to medium tannins.
A highly appealing whole package. Not something I would hold beyond 2033-2035. Fine QPR.