Clos Saouma Chateauneuf du Pape Arioso Rouge 2012 Douro There is once again an

There is once again an appealing sense of energy to the lighter weight flavors that deliver solid punch and persistence on the balanced finish

Absolutely spectacular aromatics of spring flowers

Interestingly

There is enough wood to notice along with a hint of menthol on the markedly earthy red and dark berry fruit aromas where background hints of spice and floral elements are in evidence

and tannic

Clos Saouma Chateauneuf du Pape Arioso Rouge 2012 Douro There is once again anBright violet color. Intense cherry and dark berry liqueur aromas are complicated by suggestions of cola, Asian spices and smoky minerals. Sappy and precise on the palate, offering deeply concentrated but lively bitter cherry and boysenberry flavors and an invigorating kick of peppery spices. Closes sweet and extremely long, with a hint of bitter chocolate and harmonious, slowly emerging tannins. This beauty shows real Burgundian finesse.