Cave Tain, Hermitage Gambert Loche Size:6x750ml let me at least note

let me at least note that Soter’s employment of old heirloom selections he brought with him from California (and that long informed special bottlings under his Etude label) has without question been instrumental in the delicious distinctiveness of his Mineral Ridge bottlings

the alcohol and ripeness levels are kept on a leash so that the terroir shines through

but no 2017 or 2018

The suave and round flavors are rich to the point of opulence while the lingering and balanced finale is finer even though it still flashes a touch of rusticity

The highly complex nose displays a hint of sous bois along with plenty of secondary fruit that is liberally sprinkled with spice

Cave Tain, Hermitage Gambert Loche Size:6x750ml let me at least noteMature release with a sheen of savory, earthy and gently nutty aromas, as well as leather, dried cherries and wild herbs. The palate has reached maturity, offering beef stock, mushrooms and dark, dried, spiced berries. Drink now.