Petit Haut Lafitte Vintage:2009 cool and layered notes of

cool and layered notes of cassis

I absolutely loved it

The nose is savoury and full of complexity

weight and richness to the big-bodied flavors that also possess an abundance of dry extract that imparts a lush mouth feel to the palate coating and highly persistent if notably compact finish that is no longer than that of the La Cabotte but it is slightly more complex

pure and highly complex red berry fruit aromas nuanced by a hint of iron oxide (a rusty earth character) that precedes rich

Petit Haut Lafitte Vintage:2009 cool and layered notes ofA hugely enjoyable wine that is intense and concentrated, with chocolate shavings, liquorice and damson, plus a brushed velvet texture. This is a vintage where the Cabernet Sauvignon did exceptionally well (55% with 45% Merlot), and it suits the style of this wine, powerful but finessed, but still no need to wait too long to begin drinking.