Community Tasting Note
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nickduble wrote: 93 points
November 16, 2015 - Decanted and started drinking almost immediately, however I'm writing this two hours in. At first, the tannins were a bit harsh in the finish, but after an hour or two, they really mellowed out and brought a very lucious, silky texture to the wine. Very inky, dark purple colored center that befits the name Black Pearl. Moves into a red cherry color on the rim. A seductive nose of blackberry, black cherries, and roses with a hint of anise, almost like peychaud's bitters. A touch of farmhouse and raw wool as well. Very balanced on the palate with savory fruit notes and floral black pepper (long pepper?) that linger all the way through the soft tannic finish. Medium acid and long/medium finish.
Overall, great wine. Love the producer and the cuvee. This is the third Black Pearl I have tried after the 2009 and the 2004. Lacks a bit of the finesse that the sauvignon blanc adds to the 2009, but it doesn't necessarily need it. A great showing of Clos Saron's unique style and blending.1,162 views