G Guinaudeau Vintage:2021 comparing it to the 2017

comparing it to the 2017 it does not quite have the same tension and mineralité

The palate is very savory in style with roasted chestnut and ferrous notes infusing the finish that has an appealing rounded texture

this fans out wonderfully on the finish and retains impressive delineation from start to finish

focused and beautifully well-delineated flavors that terminate in a precise

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G Guinaudeau Vintage:2021 comparing it to the 2017The 2018 Les Perrieres de Lafleur is a blend of 49% Merlot and 51% Cabernet Franc. Deep garnet purple in color, it prances out of the glass with wonderfully gregarious notes of kirsch, Black Forest cake and wild blueberries, followed by hints of menthol, rose hip tea and underbrush. The medium to full bodied palate is packed with energy charged red and black fruit layers, supported by exquisitely ripe, fine grained tannins and bold freshness,