Refined, elegant aromatics opening to a deliciously ripe and plump palate that blossoms with fresh acidity. The finish is long with a gentle grip of tannin at the end. The fermentation is in a blend of stainless steel (to protect the fruit and give the vivid acidity) and oak foudres (to polish the tannins). The wine then spends 18 months in French oak barrels (60% new).