Tardieu-Laurent, Cornas Vv other_regions focused and linear finish that

focused and linear finish that ends a bit abruptly

Pungent aromas of discreet wood and reduction precede the bigger and richer medium weight flavors that also possess good vibrancy while delivering solid depth and persistence on the saline and nicely dry finale

This is also built-to-age and is going to need it

all wrapped in a powerful

The full-bodied

Tardieu-Laurent, Cornas Vv other_regions focused and linear finish thatInky purple. Explosive aromas of blackberry, violet, mocha, smoky minerals and licorice. Alluringly sweet and expansive in the mouth, with intense flavors of cherry cola, black and blue fruits and licorice. Voluptuous but surprisingly lithe and precise as well. Supple tannins give shape to the finish, which lingers with outstanding tenacity. This wine is absorbing its oak (100% new) very smoothly. Josh Raynolds