I like the blending; malbec and petit verdot are reminders of the older BX blends and work remarkably well here to build upon the charming CS fruit and add a few layers of depth and complexity.
Lovely smokey dark nose, with leather components
Texture built on rich smooth tannins, layers and layers of complex fruit.
Grip is well defined; will be interesting to see how this develops.
94-96
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9/26/2016 - jmcmchi Likes this wine: 94 Points
50% new french oak for 16 months
I like the blending; malbec and petit verdot are reminders of the older BX blends and work remarkably well here to build upon the charming CS fruit and add a few layers of depth and complexity.
Lovely smokey dark nose, with leather components
Texture built on rich smooth tannins, layers and layers of complex fruit.
Grip is well defined; will be interesting to see how this develops.
94-96
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