COLOR : old gold with golden reflections.
NOSE : Precise and captivating, it is built on incredible
complexity. It opens with notes of mango and
saffron, nectarine and sage, grapefruit and
nutmeg. It has an almost fresh quality.
mentholated with its delicate notes of Moroccan mint and
of vanilla. It unfolds over an impressive floral bouquet of
Rose and violet, with a distinct note of boxwood.
Rare spices then become more prevalent.
MOUTH :velvety, it is dominated by a summery fruitiness
(apricot, melon) and exotic fruits (papaya, guava) too
complemented by spices and herbaceous and floral notes
very dense.
FINAL: very long and fresh, both fruity and spicy.
Notable for its near absence of woody notes.
AGE STATEMENT: Lot 1971
CRU: Fins Bois
GRAPE VARIETY : Ugni Blanc
DISTILLATION: Charentais double-distilling still.
Double distillation and use of wine lees.
AGEING : French oak barrels from
Limousin or Allier.
PRODUCTION : unfiltered, reduction to 40%
It is best enjoyed neat in a suitable tulip glass.
It will pair very well with duck or pigeon meat, a chocolate dessert, or a pressed cheese.
