Frederic Magnien, Bonnes Mares other_regions later accompanied by liquorice and

later accompanied by liquorice and graphite

grainy tannins with oodles of freshness and epic persistence

the nose is fantastically floral

undergrowth

the medium-gold colored 2004 Ermitage le Meal Blanc is another incredibly concentrated

Frederic Magnien, Bonnes Mares other_regions later accompanied by liquorice and(100% from Morey fruit). This too is attractively fresh and bright with a notably more complex range of earth, spice, floral and wild red berry scents. The muscular and wonderfully rich flavors possess excellent size, weight and density while managing to remain relatively light on their feet on the slightly stony and hugely long finish. This is a big but not really austere BM and should be approachable after only 7 to 8 years if your preference is for