Jean Gautreau Vintage:2005 Blanchots Dessous and En Journoblot)

Blanchots Dessous and En Journoblot)

all of the wines fermented spontaneously

a singular effort in the lineup that stands out for its rich blueberry and mulberry fruit as well as ample spring flowers

with a herbal note that is akin to the eucalypt of Coonawarra or Margaret River

Jean Gautreau Vintage:2005 Blanchots Dessous and En Journoblot)The 1996 Cuve Jean Gautreau is a blend of 73% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot and 7% Cabernet Franc picked between September 23 and October 8. It has an attractive blackberry and iris bouquet, flecks of truffle and smoke emerging with aeration, and displays more charm than the 1995. The plush but not overbearing palate is medium bodied with fine tannin, a neat line of acidity and a subtle touch of spice on the finish. Tasted at the vertical tasting at