Translucent ruby purple to the rim with medium legs in the glass. Somewhat reticent on the nose with red fruits such as raspberry and good minerality; at 3 hours this is more expressive; did pick up a subtle vinegar/sulfur aroma from time to time. The elegant red fruit continues over to the palate with notes of plums and savory herbs. The tannins are sweet and smooth yet show some degree of firmness. At 3 hours the palate has more body and concentration with a touch more expression. Overall this wine is well balanced and enjoyable but doesn't show much comlexity or excitement. Decanted for 2 hours, recorked a small amount over night and revisited. Tasted single blind, I guessed this was the La Révérence.

Translucent brick purple to the rim with medium thin legs in the glass. Right off the bat this wine is obviously the most unique with aromas of dark berries, plum, cherry, currant leaf, earth, and wet stone; just oozing terroir all over the place. The distinctive notes explode on the palate as well with cool dark fruit, licorice, and gobs of leafy minerality. The tannins are sweet and approachable with a subtle chalky texture. Great concentration, seductive balance, noble distinction, and masses of upside potential. Decanted for 2 hours, recorked a small amount overnight and revisited. Tasted single blind, I guessed this was the Fonplégade. 93+

Deep purple red to the rim, medium thin legs in the glass. The nose shows some surmaturite, with slightly port like aromas of dark raisiny berries/currants, brown sugar, and caramel; mellowing out on Day 2. The palate is well concentrated with sweet red fruit and clove; coming across as very primary with forward fruit, subdued tannins, and approachable structure. Very modern, may be too much for classic tastes, still well made if a little over exuberant. Decanted for about 2 hours, recorked a small amount overnight and revisited. Tasted single blind, I guessed this was the de Candale.