Berliquet other_regions_italy Less autolytic in style than

Less autolytic in style than the 2004

these represent the pinnacle of Cote Rotie—albeit in very different styles

mineral and spice

pure and ultra-complex nose features aromas of red currant

Berliquet other_regions_italy Less autolytic in style thanThe 2016 Berliquet has quite a high toned bouquet that gradually gains more composure with aeration, the cedar and mint infused red fruit developing subtle tertiary aromas with aeration. The palate is medium bodied with firm but fine boned tannins. This leans toward the drier and more classically styled Saint milion, and it pulls it off well. Very promising. Tasted blind at the annual Southwold tasting. Neal Martin