Cyprien Arlaud Size:6x750ml The 2018 Alión follows the

The 2018 Alión follows the path of the 2016

with a huge core of fruit that never seems over the top or heavy

Supple tannins give shape to the finish

class and impressively persistent finish

linear and serious finish

Cyprien Arlaud Size:6x750ml The 2018 Alión follows theThis is also quite aromatically floral with notes of exotic tea, red currant, plum and a hint of orange peel. I very much like the sophisticated texture of the mid palate that contrasts markedly with the slightly drying and lean finale. I would observe that this was carrying quite a bit of gas, which has the effect of accentuating dryness so its quite possible that the austerity of the finish will become less apparent once the wine is bottled.