This single-vineyard wine could be described as Campofiorin on steroids. Aromatics reveal complex raisiny, spicy richness with clove and an elusive hint of cinnamon. While retaining the essential Campofiorin character, it provides greater refinement and developed vinosity with a very long, well-integrated finish.
Dark ruby. Unpleasant notes of reduction (cooked vegetables and rot) will hit you first if you don’t carafe it an hour or so. Give it time to let the dark fruit, herbs and spices (aniseed) come out of the glass. Medium- to full-bodied, balanced middle palate and finish. Soft, chewy tannins. Drink or wait 2-3 years.
Dark ruby. Nose is a bit shy at this stage, but it has depth. Notes of black fruits and liquorice are perceptible, the oak brings a hint of creamy pastry. Full-bodied, silky texture but firm and slightly rough backbone that will melt away over time. The abundant fruity extract will ensure a positive evolution. A keeper.
Very dark. Complex nose of cooked red and black fruits, kirsch, tapenade and notes of vanillin. More than full-bodied, it is dense and generous in the mouth; its chewy texture coats the palate with satisfaction. Great future.
Dark ruby. Classy, deep nose with notes of kirsch and sophisticated oak. Freshness in the attack, followed by a core full of ripe fruity extract, very rich and concentrated. Structure is silky and firm, in perfect balance. Long, powerful finish. This wine has everything you can wish for in a glass.
Probably the sexiest product currently at the LCBO. The bottle has a reflective pink-gold skin. The bubbly inside is very pale pink with a lilac note, a cherry and citrus nose and a dry, sour cherry flavour. Very elegant and easy-drinking.
Nose shows subtle, though intense, green and stone fruit, together with floral and honeyed scents. In the mouth, green-fruit freshness combines with crisp acidity, mineral and delicate creamy, honeyed notes on the finish.