2017 Chateau Saint-Pierre Saint-Julien [D95][WS94][JD94][JS93][WA93] Grappa Cubeb berries and Licorice root

Cubeb berries and Licorice root

Their altitude is the highest of the estate - close to 400m in elevation

"A hearty 80% Pinot Noir dominates in this sparkler

carmel corn and burnt sugar

which lead to a palate of cherry

2017 Chateau Saint-Pierre Saint-Julien [D95][WS94][JD94][JS93][WA93] Grappa Cubeb berries and Licorice rootProducer: Chateau Saint Pierre Region: Saint Julien, Bordeaux, France Blend: 73% Cabernet Sauvignon, 20% Merlot, 7% Cabernet Franc Year: 2017 Decanter, 95 Points "Cloves, black pepper, damson, oak swirl and vanilla bean, definitely a more complex and confident nose than many and the profusion of aromatics adds layers to the wine but doesn't overpower. As the wine opens in the glass, you get attractive raspberry and cassis notes, and an uplift or