DRC, Romanee Conti other_regions The palate is medium-bodied with

The palate is medium-bodied with firm but fine-boned tannins

it is evident that the old vines bring with them a certain gravitas of tannin

Like the other Malbecs from Adrianna Vineyard

vinified with 25% whole clusters)

The most tannic of the "big three" bottlings this year

DRC, Romanee Conti other_regions The palate is medium-bodied withMild bricking. Plenty of secondary and sous bois notes are present on the cool, elegant and airy nose that reflects notes of spice, earth, dried flower and leather. The sleek, intense and rich medium bodied flavors are supported by bright acidity on the ever so slightly lean but highly persistent finish where the sense of minerality really builds as it sits on the palate. I would observe that, like a number of 2002s today, the palate is more youthful