red cherry and sandalwood

persistent and palate staining finish

energetic finish that features well-knit tannins and a resonating mineral note

powerful and quite serious with brooding flavors that brim with dry extract that buffers the firm acid spine on the intensely mineral-driven and explosively long finish

Not as complete as the 1962 tasted alongside

Vieux Chateau Mazerat other_regions_italy red cherry and sandalwoodThis has ample weight for the vintage, with enticing blackberry and boysenberry confiture flavors inlaid with cocoa powder and dark licorice notes. Theres a tangy iron accent on the finish, but this remains polished overall. The fruit should eventually fill in the available space. Best from 2018 through 2023. Tasted twice, with consistent notes. 750 cases made. JM