Benoit Ente, Antichtone other_regions

Benoit Ente, Antichtone other_regionsRipe and ultra fresh aromas include those of apple, pear and various citrus nuances. There is a lovely mid palate density to the vibrant, delicious and caressing but solidly punchy flavors that conclude in a clean, very dry, youthfully austere and sneaky long finale. Lovely in the context of the genre and worth considering.

and this is probably a 15-20 year keeper

mineral and slate character

This may well harmonize as there is no obvious reason why the length should be any different

A dazzlingly pure

indeed almost mute nose that reflects notes of cool mineral reduction

as rain was rendering noble rot nearly impossible

and with great persistence that moves into a very savoury finish after all that primary ripeness

licorice and exotic spice aromas

7% Petit Verdot

amazingly soft for a young Hermitage

produced in exactly the same way

Soft but not invisible wood sets off mildly exotic aromas of lychee