ESPRIT DE BOYD

Stainless steel and concrete tanks, controlled temperatures.Maceration time varied from 18 to 23 days, according to the characteristics of the grapes.15 months in split oak casks, of which 80 % is new wood for free run wines. The colour is dense, still very young.Aromas are clean, fresh and dense, complex, with bright outgoing fruit but also   a great complexity, with spices and ageing hints. The aromas from the wood   ageing are fully  integrated and very delicate.On the palate, we get a velvety density, mouthfill, aromatic complexity, silky    touch, great freshness.The finish is long, with dense, extremely refined, smooth and ripe tanins with a    touch of bitterness. This exceptionnal tannin, along with the acidic structure of this wine,guaranties an excellent ageing ability.This vintage shows an exceptional balance, with both much richness and great finesse.