Château de Sales Pomerol CaliforniaA beautiful glittering crimson, the wine has a complex and seductive nose on aromas of black fruit, especially black cherry, violet and vanilla. Richly flavoured and remarkably well balanced, it opens with notes of black fruit and subtle spice which fill out on an ample and complex mid palate sustained by the caress of refined, silky tannins, leading into a long and elegant finish. The winter was wet, with heavy rain in November 2019 (224 mm). An
each matched to the grape varieties Tempranillo
The grapes are harvested when fully ripe
the fine lees were stirred (battonage) for better contact with the wine
The result is several cuves vinified separately each reflecting the different styles
gnarly vines which bear a meagre yield
aka ‘the Willy Wonka of Icewine
Family estate in the Lalande-de-Pomerol appellation established in 1866
◦ Nose:Light white pepper
The tank is then chilled to aid in the decantation of the coarser lees
this medium-bodied Zin has exceptional varietal character with lovely aromas of dark fruit and blackberry
Drink 2008-12
Great with seafood risotto
