Another Georges dos Santos selection. Complex, intense nose of roses, vanilla, old wood, and fig. An acidic kick to the front of the palate, with more wood, intense florals, with a hint of cocoa. I find myself reaching for the name of a flavor that just eludes me. Tannins come in with hints of slate and red fruits, in a deep, powerful attack. Just wow.
- Rating: Impressive
- Name: Arénes Sauvages 2010, plot selection
- Winery: La Cave de Tain
- Region: Cornas
- Country: France
- Varietals: Syrah
- Price: 30 Euros
- Where to Buy: Antic Wines, Lyon, France