Saint Pierre other_regions for a wine regularly expected

for a wine regularly expected to sell at several hundred dollars apiece

40% whole cluster

An expressive nose of high-toned red currant aromas display hints of spice and a nuance of crushed leaf

This feels very lithe with an almost perfect bead of acidity

Still rather closed in the mouth following the recent bottling

Saint Pierre other_regions for a wine regularly expectedMedium to deep garnet in color, the 2009 Saint Pierre displays maturing notes of crme de cassis, blackberry pie and prunes with hints of cardamom, fennel and star anise. Full bodied, concentrated and jam packed with black fruit preserves and fantastic freshness to balance, it has a firm, grainy texture and very long, exotic spice finish.