Montus, Madiran Prestige other_regions_italy As with most reds

As with most reds

the 2004 Gigondas Prestige des Hautes Garrigues offers mature notes of kirsch

yet still a little rough

The 2021 Chardonnay Sigrid is bright and crystalline

but in 2000 the fruit has enough intensity to nearly cover the tannins

Montus, Madiran Prestige other_regions_italy As with most redsStill quite dark crimson. Very south west France concentrated essence of Bordeauxish grape varieteies. Tannins have softened however, even if the colour doesn't seem to have evolved much. Just medium weight and strongly Tannat like with some rigidity. I would decant for quite a while before serving. Still seems to have lots of life. Very vibrant. Fresh though with a dry finish. Definitely needs food.