Aromas of baked apples and pears, Acacia blooms, fresh mallow and hints of mango. I'll admit, I am playing pitmaster with some chicken this evening, so the coal and applewood smoke may be shutting down my nose a bit.
It's vibrant on the palate with nice weight along with bright juicy acidity. That apple/pear galette is there along with lovely tropical hints of mango and just underripe pineapple. There is a hint of chalky minerality along with a salinity that adds nice earthy layers to the wine. It's generous without being flashy and the juiciness keeps it going a nice while, leading into a longer finish.
I appreciate the oak is integrated well enough to merely give the pastry crust and baking spice notes. This isn't a bargain bottle, but it definitely drinks above it's price point well into it's European counterparts in my opinion. Really a lovely wine.
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