Colgin, IX Estate other_regions chopped almonds and oyster shells

chopped almonds and oyster shells plus a waft of baker's yeast

aged all in foudre

the substantial tannins will require at least five years of patience

(from both Mazis Haut and Bas where the two parcels total a remarkable 1

black cherry

Colgin, IX Estate other_regions chopped almonds and oyster shells(69% cabernet sauvignon, 13% merlot, 11% cabernet franc and 7% petit verdot), Saturated ruby. Blackberry, spices and graphite on the nose. Broad and rich but also magically airy in the mouth, with compelling perfume to the dark fruit and mineral flavors. A very dark, deep, young wine with terrific finishing grip. Here, too, the substantial tannins will require at least five years of patience. Stephen Tanzer