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There is real size and weight to the very solidly concentrated large-scaled flavors that are supported by ripe tannins that are also unusually fine-grained in the context of the appellation

(from Ez Folatières near Truffières)

The 2016 Berliquet has quite a high-toned bouquet that gradually gains more composure with aeration

This mind boggling wine was an epiphany

There is a lovely sense of vibrancy to the delicious and very rounded medium-bodied flavors that possess fine depth and excellent length on the mouth coating and powerful finish

Petit Figeac other_regions_italy There is real size andA silky texture shows there's no need to wait too long to drink this; five years old is often a good moment to crack into Petit Figeac. Flavours here major on cocoa, vanilla and cassis with plenty of freshness. This is well balanced, with 30% new oak, and there's an emphasis on Merlot character. This year was rainy until end of August and a wipeout was saved by a good September and October. These conditions worked for Merlot and Cabernet Franc,