Eric Rodez, Empreinte Noire other_regions there is even better density

there is even better density and power to the broad-shouldered flavors that are notably less refined though they are more muscular and particularly so on the robust and borderline rustic finale

full-bodied and supple-textured

The wine was vinified using 75% whole cluster and aged for around 21 months in 50% new French oak barrique and demi-muid and 50% used French barrique

Here's how Bollinger comments on the 2009 harvest

stylish and intense flavors are equally refined with a beautifully and caressing mouth feel on the moderately complex but nicely persistent finish

Eric Rodez, Empreinte Noire other_regions there is even better densityNA