Crafted as the personal home estate and passion project of legendary winemakers Michel and Dany Rolland, this 2018 vintage shows just how magnificent Right Bank Merlot can be when given meticulous care. By gently fermenting whole berries directly inside French oak barrels, the winemakers achieve an extraordinarily plush, seamless texture with zero harsh edges. Each glass delivers decadent layers of ripe black plum, blackberry preserves, and warm cocoa, lifted by a natural freshness from the estate's historic limestone hillsides. It offers all the richness and depth of classic Bordeaux while remaining completely approachable and inviting from the very first pour.
Tasting Notes
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Nose: Ripe black plums, blackberry jam, and dark cherries layered with sweet cocoa and a touch of cedar.
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Flavor: Rich and velvety smooth, bursting with concentrated cassis, warm mocha, and soft, melting tannins.
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Finish: Long and satisfying with lingering notes of dark fruit preserves, gentle spice, and sweet toasted oak.
Details
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Region: Fronsac, Bordeaux, France
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Scores: 93 Points - Robert Parker's Wine Advocate
