Chateau Haut-Batailley, Pauillac, France 2015 Cantine del Castello Conti black cherries

black cherries

It has a refreshing finish

Its high rice-polishing ratio compares favorably with other Junmai sakes

refined style

I wanted to mention the tightness of the tannins now

Chateau Haut-Batailley, Pauillac, France 2015 Cantine del Castello Conti black cherriesA wine of class, pedigree and nuance, the 2015 Haut Batailley is superb. Beams of supporting tannin give the dark purplish flavors striking energy and cut. Graphite, smoke, violet, mint, dark cherry and plum notes continue to open up in the glass. Haut Batailley is a Pauillac with distinct Saint Julien leanings, and that is exactly what comes across here. It is also one of the overachievers of the year. The 2015 was impressive each and every time I