figs and subtle earthy/peaty tones that become more prominent with aeration
The big-bodied flavors possess a bit more size
The straight Pira is quite delicate
this will require plenty of cellar time before it’s completely ready
The color is a sensational black/purple and the nose offers gorgeously intense aromas of black plums
Moulin Saint Georges other_regions figs and subtle earthy/peaty tonesAnother estate owned by perfectionist Alain Vauthier (the proprietor of Ausone), this is the poor persons value pick from this proprietor. One of the finest vintages ever made by Alain Vauthier is the 2003 Moulin St. Georges, a sleeper of the vintage. Deep purple to the rim with an exquisite nose of blueberries, white flowers, crushed rocks, and mulberry, the wine is rich, textured, powerful, and much more structured and full bodied than it usually is