Le Dôme St Emilion Grand Cru 2012
Reserved on the nose, takes time to open up, then shows sandalwood, incense, black pepper, grilled damson, salted caramel, all wrapped up in sinewy tannins. Still young, plenty of poise to this wine, coupled with enjoyably spicy gourmet notes, and once again the dominance of Cabernet Franc kicks the aromatics up a gear, and tightens the grip through the palate. Cocoa dusting and red cherry puree makes things a little overly sweet on the finish. Neil Whyte winemaker, Jonathan Maltus owner. 80% new oak for ageing, malolactic in new oak.
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