Philippe Colin, Santenay Gravieres Rouge other_regions_australia The 2008s show a work

The 2008s show a work in progress as Conterno only had control of the vineyard for a few months that year

More savoury than the Abts E Auslese with baked apple and spicy pear

This too reflects postmalo fermentation aromas that presently dominate the underlying fruit

Deep and saturated

this Tuscan blend shows an exotic quality

Philippe Colin, Santenay Gravieres Rouge other_regions_australia The 2008s show a workA more discreet dollop of wood is present on the nicely cool and ripe nose of mostly dark pinot fruit, newly turned earth and a whiff of spice. The rich, concentrated and lush medium bodied flavors are a bit more obviously mineral driven while delivering fine length on the ever so slightly austere finale. This is relatively forward and could be enjoyed after only 2 to 3 years of bottle age.