indeed to the point where they possess a silky mouth feel and culminate in a superbly long and punchy finish that is the epitome of finesse

orchard fruit

(from very old vines situated in Clos du Village and En Combe)

For such a big wine this is beautifully well-balanced and possesses simply fabulous raw materials

Coming from the Leliefontein Vineyard

Hacienda Monasterio, Ribera Del Duero Vintage:2020 indeed to the point whereDeep red. Seductively perfumed nose offers deep raspberry and rose scents along with bright minerality. Fleshy red fruit flavors deliver a powerful but controlled punch, with complicating notes of sexy oak spice and good mineral lift. An exotic orange peel quality builds on the long, silky finish, which is strikingly pure and persistent. Josh Raynolds