Chateau Brane Cantenac, Margaux 2009 10 Year Old

Chateau Brane Cantenac, Margaux 2009 10 Year OldScented, notably aromatic. Lovely fluid texture (I know this seems self evident.) Just beautifully judged. No heat at all. Really very successful. Even if not emphatic. Zesty dry finish. Jancis Robinson (17)

yellow plums and orange peel

with subtle smokiness

At its core is a smoky

it’s generous and juicy

This Cognac is produced from a mixture of Ugni Blanc

structured and concentrated Nebbiolo that is delivered with pinpoint clarity and outstanding purity

and the Riverland ain't exactly the sexiest place to grow grapes

mushrooms and tar

fine chalky tannins and a hint of forest floor

small sweet berry flavours flecked with minerals

And we have a lot of love/amore for the label

Some very serious aromas in there with a certain delicacy